What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager, USTDA position at Dexis?
Dexis is a dynamic professional services firm dedicated to partnering with government and community leaders both in the U.S. and internationally to achieve critical social outcomes in a rapidly changing world.
At Dexis, you will experience a corporate culture of inclusiveness, respect, fairness, and trust. You will be given the means and mentorship needed to succeed, and your creativity will be rewarded.
About The Position
Dexis is recruiting a highly qualified Program Manager to lead a multiyear contract in support of the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA). This role involves overseeing comprehensive evaluations of USTDA-funded infrastructure development activities worldwide—ranging from feasibility studies to pilot projects and reverse trade missions—with a focus on promoting U.S. exports and sustainable development.
The Program Manager will oversee a team of analysts and subject matter experts to deliver up to 350 evaluation reports annually and a final aggregated report, all in compliance with USTDA’s monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) framework.
This position is based in Washington, DC and is contingent upon contract award. This PM role will be a part-time or consultancy position.
Responsibilities
If you are passionate about this opportunity, apply now!
Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted for interview.
Dexis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, pregnancy, disability, age, genetic information, military service, veteran status, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, childbirth and related medical conditions, including lactation, or any other protected class under applicable law.
As part of a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, Dexis provides healthcare insurance in addition to other staff welfare benefits and perks.
If you are hired for a position that is paid from the Dexis home office, you will be required to submit proof that you have received the COVID-19 vaccine unless you qualify for a legally recognized medical or religious exception to the vaccine requirement. This does not apply to AL, AZ, FL, KS, MT, NH, ND, or TX residents.
At Dexis, you will experience a corporate culture of inclusiveness, respect, fairness, and trust. You will be given the means and mentorship needed to succeed, and your creativity will be rewarded.
About The Position
Dexis is recruiting a highly qualified Program Manager to lead a multiyear contract in support of the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA). This role involves overseeing comprehensive evaluations of USTDA-funded infrastructure development activities worldwide—ranging from feasibility studies to pilot projects and reverse trade missions—with a focus on promoting U.S. exports and sustainable development.
The Program Manager will oversee a team of analysts and subject matter experts to deliver up to 350 evaluation reports annually and a final aggregated report, all in compliance with USTDA’s monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) framework.
This position is based in Washington, DC and is contingent upon contract award. This PM role will be a part-time or consultancy position.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact with USTDA, representing the contractor at meetings and briefings.
- Oversee the implementation of the annual evaluation plan, ensuring alignment with USTDA’s M&E policy and Evaluation Report Template.
- Supervise all team members and manage staffing, onboarding, and performance.
- Review and approve deliverables prior to submission to USTDA, including biweekly individual evaluations and the annual final report.
- Monitor performance against biweekly submission targets and maintain quality assurance protocols.
- Ensure compliance with government-furnished equipment (GFE) and security protocols.
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in international development, public policy, or related field preferred.
- Minimum 10 years of experience managing teams performing evaluations or technical work of comparable size, scope, and complexity.
- Knowledge of foreign assistance, export promotion, and large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Demonstrated experience in client-facing leadership roles on U.S. Government contracts.
- Authorization to work within the US required.
- Knowledge of or experience with USTDA’s mission, operating regions, and sectors, especially energy, transportation, and telecommunications.
- Familiarity with U.S. export tracking, development finance institutions, and public-private partnerships.
- Professional proficiency in at least one required language: Spanish, Portuguese, or French. Other desired languages: Arabic, Hindi, Mandarin.
If you are passionate about this opportunity, apply now!
Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted for interview.
Dexis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, pregnancy, disability, age, genetic information, military service, veteran status, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, childbirth and related medical conditions, including lactation, or any other protected class under applicable law.
As part of a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, Dexis provides healthcare insurance in addition to other staff welfare benefits and perks.
If you are hired for a position that is paid from the Dexis home office, you will be required to submit proof that you have received the COVID-19 vaccine unless you qualify for a legally recognized medical or religious exception to the vaccine requirement. This does not apply to AL, AZ, FL, KS, MT, NH, ND, or TX residents.
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