The Program Manager will provide comprehensive management to one or more projects, while actively supporting the business development efforts of Dexis Professional Services (DPS), wholly owned subsidiary of Dexis Consulting Group (Dexis), with a focus onInstitutional Support (ISC) projects for USG. The Program Manager will provide oversight and coordination of project activities and deliverables, liaise with internal and external stakeholders, work independently to meet deadlines, and achieve project and division goals. The Program Manager will provide direct client and partner relationship management, high-quality project management (including financial management and contract compliance), and management of staff. The Program Manager is expected to develop and maintain positive relationships with internal teams, clients, consultants, and partners, substantively contributing to corporate objectives.

This position is based in Arlington, VA and will be onsite two (2) days per week.

Project Management

• Independently manage day-to-day duties and assigned responsibilities with detailed understanding of clients' requirements and the relevant policies and regulations.
• Semi-independently manages the full lifecycle of assigned projects within DPS portfolio, including contractual compliance, operations, and finances.
• Communicates and coordinates closely with project staff, internal teams, and Dexis support units (e.g., HR, payroll, finance), escalating and resolving questions and problems as appropriate.
• Develops and updates processes, standard operating procedures, and knowledge management solutions to implement improvements to overall project operations.
• Supervises and manages DPS project staff by conducting performance reviews and check-ins, making recommendations, addressing performance issues, and providing support.
• In conjunction with project team and HR, supports recruitment, hiring, onboarding and offboarding of project and PMU staff, in compliance with Dexis, client, and local policies and procedures.
• Ensure project files are up to date and maintained according to DPS guidance and policies and supports internalhome office and fieldfile auditsto ensure documentation is complete.
• Oversees consultants for various project assignments, which may include reviewing and/or approving deliverables.
• Manage and strengthen relationships with prime contractors and clients by ensuring quick responses, collaborating effectively on recruitment, and providing outstanding customer service.
• Ensure the submission of timely deliverables and invoices, assess contractual performance, and adjudicate any outstanding issues; may review or write sections of reports and other deliverables to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance with contract requirements and DPS standards.
• Responsible for maintaining program budgets and meeting corporate targets through careful budget management and long-term planning.
• Manage project finances, preparing and approving project expenditures, reviewing monthly invoices for accuracy and compliance, and developing financial reports and forecasts.
• Supervise, manage, and mentor DPS Project Associate(s).
• Proactively identifies and mitigates risks to project implementation and contract compliance and escalates as needed.
• Elevates contractual or client concerns as appropriate.

Business Development

• Plays an active role in business development efforts including through coordinating or managing proposals, recruiting, supporting partner engagement, writing proposal sections and/or annexes, and ensuring consistency across technical and cost volumes.
• Assists proposal writing efforts for responses to RFPs and RFIs including writing, reviewing, and editing the executive summary, technical approach, management plan, staffing plan, and past performance.
• Work collaboratively with technical staff to develop proposal strategies, including win themes, partners, and personnel.
• Actively participate in proposal strategy sessions (including proposal positioning, key win themes, key strategies and approaches, key competitors, key clients, and key personnel) and in external events, networking with clients and counterparts.

• BA in business, international relations, or related field required.
• Minimum four years of work experience, preferably in the field of business development and/or in government contracting business operations.
• Demonstrated experience understanding U.S. government contracting, specifically with USAID, required.
• High proficiency in managing the rules and regulations contained within the FAR, AIDAR, and ADS.
• Previous experience with and in-depth knowledge of USAID contracts and project management, administration, reporting, monitoring, procurement, and financial operations required.
• Excellent writing, editing, communication and presentation skills, including ability to present DPS to diverse audiences.
• Significant experience and a successful track record in business development with USAID as well as other US government agencies and offices required.
• Ability to work under deadline pressure with diverse teams and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office products, Salesforce, GovWin and GovTribe.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with key internal and external contacts.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects and deliverables.