Program Manager

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Why Bixal?
Bixal is a consulting company headquartered in Fairfax, VA, working alongside governments and organizations to help them deliver better services and experiences to the communities they serve. Using evidence-based knowledge and technology, Bixal empowers clients to deliver on their missions more effectively by fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement.
Our values:
- People-First: Emphasizing the importance of people in all aspects of work.
- Collaboration and Transparency: Valuing teamwork and open communication.
- Growth Mindset: Encouraging innovation and continuous improvement.
- Creating Lasting Impact: Focusing on meaningful outcomes and positive change.
About the role:
Bixal is seeking a Program Manager to lead the Real Warriors Campaign—a high-visibility, anti-stigma and suicide prevention initiative supporting the Department of Defense. In this role, you’ll oversee day-to-day operations, manage a cross-functional team, and serve as the primary point of contact with government stakeholders. You’ll ensure campaign success through sound planning, delivery, compliance, and team leadership.
This is a full-time position contingent on contract award by our client, with a defined performance period of one year with two one-year option periods. This role offers you a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a project that aligns with Bixal’s mission of delivering innovative, human-centered solutions. While the role has a fixed duration, we are committed to transparency and collaboration, keeping you informed about contract updates and new opportunities. At Bixal, we support your professional journey, ensuring your experience reflects our inclusive, purpose-driven culture and prepares you for future success.
Compensation:
The salary range for this role is $105,000 – $125,000. In the spirit of transparency, most offers tend to land near the midpoint of the range. We make compensation decisions thoughtfully, considering your experience, the skills you bring, and our commitment to internal equity. Fairness and transparency are core to how we operate.
Responsibilities:
- Lead all aspects of project execution, including planning, implementation, risk mitigation, and performance monitoring
- Serve as the primary point of contact with government stakeholders, including the COR and CO
- Oversee daily operations, deliverables, and performance across communications, outreach, evaluation, and stakeholder engagement
- Ensure compliance with key personnel requirements and facilitate timely staffing transitions, if needed
- Lead reporting activities, including monthly progress reports and quarterly content reviews
- Apply continuous quality improvement practices and project management methodologies to meet contract goals
- Manage administrative and operational tasks to support campaign continuity and success
- Other relevant duties as assigned, trained, and qualified to perform
Qualifications:
- Minimum Education required: Bachelor’s degree, plus at least 5 years of experience managing contracts, including 2 years supporting nationwide public health or behavior change campaigns
- Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and managing stakeholder engagement
- Strong organizational and time management skills with an ability to meet tight deadlines
- Demonstrated understanding of public health campaigns and operational support in a federal contracting environment
- Able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
Nice to Have Skills and Experience:
- Experience managing psychological health or suicide prevention campaigns
- Prior experience supporting DoD or military mental health initiatives
- PMP certification
How We Support Our Team:
- Flex hours
- 401K with matching incentive
- Parental Leave
- Medical/dental/vision benefits
- Flex Spending Account
- Company provided short-term disability and life insurance
- Commuter benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 11 Paid holidays
Our company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.
- Department
- Client Delivery
- Role
- Program & Product Management
- Locations
- Silver Spring, MD

About Bixal
We leverage technology, communications, data, and human-centered design to help governments and leading organizations be more efficient, effective, and impactful.