Hybrid Contractor Program Manager

at Makwa Global, LLC

• Job title: Contractor Program Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: PMP
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Arlington, United States

About the role

• Contractor Program Manager overseeing instructional services for U.S. Department of State's programs. Responsible for the quality and delivery of training materials and compliance with government policies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the single point of contact for the Government on all matters related to daily BPA execution.
• Interface routinely with the COR, ACOR, and GTMs to ensure alignment on schedules, priorities, budgets, and performance expectations.
• Maintain instructor coverage, including primary and backup instructors, to ensure continuity of training delivery.
• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Control Plan (QCP) and oversee its execution.
• Conduct continuous quality monitoring, trend analysis, and corrective action tracking.
• Submit required monthly activity reports, annual status reports, and other contract deliverables.
• Oversee contractor compliance with badging, public trust investigations, system access, and facility access requirements.
• Ensure proper timekeeping, personnel accountability, and adherence to Government directives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Minimum five (5) years managing a federal contract or six (6) + years of progressively responsible management experience within a government or government-support environment.
• Demonstrated experience in education, training, or adult learning environments.
• Proven leadership ability coordinating with multiple Government stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and operate under time constraints.
• Highly Desired Qualifications Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Prior experience supporting Foreign Affairs agencies (e.g., Department of State, USAID, Intelligence Community).
• Knowledge of embassy operations, overseas environments, and cross-cultural or global workforce management.

Benefits

• Public Trust required (Government-sponsored)