DEFENSE ACQUISITION WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT FUND


and retain our current force, USAASC is embarking on the deployment of an Army AL&T Workforce-wide mentor/ protégé program. While this program is not intended to be centrally managed by USAASC, it will be structured and offered in such a way to enable execution across the entire enterprise, regardless of level, command, or acquisition discipline. Te objective will be to facilitate the transfer of practical capability through a seamless transition of knowledge from mentor to protégé.


USAASC is exploring an exciting capabil- ity based upon virtual human technology to link each mentor and protégé remotely. Called SIMCoach, the system is used by the medical community to facilitate anonymous yet expert guidance related to various health issues, particularly post- traumatic stress disorder. USAASC plans


to expand this virtual capability to the mentor/protégé environment.


SIMCoach is not intended to replace a


face-to-face personal relationship;


rather, it will enable a consistent mes- sage to be delivered at any time, at any location, to the AL&T Workforce mem- ber as it pertains to Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act certification requirements, general business skills, and leadership competencies. Te vir- tual system also will provide the mentor and protégé time to focus on functional competence and on organizational and personal strategic direction and goals, regardless location.


of each person’s physical


Additionally, a dedicated website is being developed that will house vari- ous resources to foster mentor/protégé


relationships. Te Army Director of Acquisition Career Management will further this collaboration by partnering with commanders and program execu- tive offices to ensure that the workforce is engaged and that the requisite tools are in place to provide all participants with a positive experience. To provide input on the mentor/protégé program, please con- tact Kelly Terry at kelly.l.terry2.civ@ mail.mil.


We each play a role in our continued success in maintaining a high-quality, high-performing, agile Acquisition Work- force. Help strengthen the DAW by actively participating in improving and creating high-quality programs. For more information or to make suggestions on improving the workforce, please contact the USAASC Execution Chief, Jack Ken- dall, at john.f.kendall.civ@mail.mil.


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     


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