Program Associate

Who we are

Bixal is a mission-driven, woman-owned small business determined to improve people's lives through human-centered strategies and transformative technologies, with a firm belief that everyone has the right to an effective government.  

We deliver on this belief by partnering with leading Federal agencies to design, develop, and deliver powerful customer experiences through holistic digital product solutions and strategic communications initiatives––bringing a high standard and unique creative energy to our clients––and our wonderfully diverse culture is what makes it all possible.  

Bixal unites different people with different perspectives from all over the world! We provide our team with an open and empowered environment where collaboration thrives and solutions flourish. 

Location

This role can work remotely from anywhere in the USA. You must be legally authorized to work in the US.  Bixal does not provide visa sponsorship. Some travel may be required to the Washington DC metro area.

What will you do?

In this role, the Program Associate exhibits the highest of organizational abilities by supporting Department of Justice (DOJ) National Institute of Justice (NIJ) program staff across a variety of assignments. Successful candidates will be required to coordinate complex logistical tasks to include managing budgets, coordinating travel arrangements, processing payments for consultants, and updating administrative procedures that will foster program efficiencies.

Important note

This is a full-time proposal position contingent on contract award.

• Provides logistic support and executes management of tasks to NIJ program managers.
• Makes hotel arrangements and arranges travel support for consultants traveling on NIJ tasks.
• Provides document and budget management and tracking for payment tasks.
• Processes travel reimbursement forms and claim forms for consultants.
• Provides special request support, creating new templates and procedures at request of Project Director and COR.
• Monitors tasks and tracks timelines and task budgets.
• Proactively interacts with stakeholders and is customer focused. 
• Participate in client events and forums to positively represent the organization and develop and maintain relationships with the industry.  
• As appropriate, play an active role in new client acquisition by supporting business development initiatives to enhance and grow Bixal's business in each of the areas that it works. 

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• 3 years experience monitoring budgets, tasks and timelines. 
• Ability to undergo a background investigation by the U.S. Government and meet eligibility requirements for suitability.
• Provide on-site support (as needed) in DC Metro area.

Perks & benefits

Competitive base salary

Flex hours

Work from home flexibility

401K with matching incentive

Parental Leave

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Flex Spending Account

Company provided short-term disability

Company provided life insurance

Commuter benefits

Generous PTO

11 Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

New business referral bonus

Bixal is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. It ensures equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization and beyond.