Alternate Contractor Program Manager – CPM
Makwa Global, LLC
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Arlington • Virginia • United States
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About the role
- Serve as the acting Program Manager in the absence of the CPM, with full authority to act for the Contractor on all daily contract matters.
- Interface directly with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), Alternate COR (ACOR), and Government Technical Monitors (GTMs) to maintain uninterrupted execution of BPA Orders.
- Ensure seamless transition of responsibilities during CPM absences, leave, or surge periods.
- Support planning, scheduling, and execution of SPAS courses across in-person, virtual, and blended delivery modalities.
- Assist in managing instructor assignments, course schedules, and coordination with SPAS Course Chairs/Coordinators.
- Monitor task execution to ensure services are delivered on time, within scope, and in compliance with BPA requirements.
- Support recruitment, vetting, onboarding, and management of Course Instructors and guest speakers.
- Participate in instructor evaluations, classroom observations, and performance reviews.
- Ensure primary and backup instructor coverage is maintained to prevent course disruptions.
- Assist in monitoring performance indicators, identifying deficiencies, and implementing corrective actions.
- Maintain situational awareness of course budgets, schedules, and performance risks.
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 supporting education, training, or adult learning programs.
- Strong leadership and coordination skills with multiple Government stakeholders.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Ability to prioritize, multitask, and operate effectively under time constraints.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is highly desired.
- Prior experience supporting Foreign Affairs agencies (e.g., Department of State, USAID, Intelligence Community).
- Familiarity with overseas operations, embassy environments, or cross-cultural/global workforces.
Benefits
- Support contractor personnel badging, public trust processing, and system access coordination.
- Ensure continuity of contractor availability during NFATC core hours and during high-tempo training periods.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
project managementcontract managementadult learning programsperformance monitoringtask executionbudget managementschedulingrecruitmentonboardinginstructor evaluations
Soft Skills
leadershipcoordinationcommunicationmultitaskingprioritizationtime managementinterpersonal skillsproblem-solvingadaptabilitycollaboration
Certifications
Project Management Professional (PMP)Bachelor's degree