Small Business Program Manager; OSBP Mentor Protégé Program Manager

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Location: Falls Church, VA (DHA HQ) with situational telework
Clearance: NACI / Public Trust (ADP/IT II level)

Blue Path Labs is a fast-growing research and consulting company committed to solving complex problems for federal, state, and local government clients. We offer a range of professional, scientific, and technology services. Our specific areas of expertise include business consulting, research and data science, and technology integration.

We are actively seeking a Public Trust-cleared Program Manager with federal small business program expertise to oversee the Defense Health Agency's Mentor-Protégé Program (MPP) within the Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP). Qualified candidates will manage mentor-protégé agreements, coordinate program reviews, and ensure compliance with DoD policy and the Small Business Act while advancing DHA's commitment to small business growth and development.

Note: This position is contingent upon contract award
. We are currently seeking qualified candidates to include in our proposal for an upcoming government contract. Applicants selected may be contacted for further steps if the contract is awarded.

Work Description
The Mentor-Protégé Program Manager will oversee the execution and management of the DHA Mentor-Protégé Program (MPP). This position ensures compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements, manages agreements, and provides oversight of program reviews, reporting, and budget execution.

Responsibilities:

• Manage all Mentor-Protégé Program agreements (MPA), reviews, and compliance activities.
• Conduct needs assessments, draft policy documents, and coordinate internal/external reviews.
• Provide program management oversight for MPP budget and expenditure tracking.
• Develop performance metrics and provide recurring reporting to OSBP leadership.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure accountability and alignment with program goals.
• Monitor legislative and acquisition guidance affecting the MPP.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, or related field (Master's preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in program management, preferably within small business or federal acquisition programs.
• Familiarity with DoDI 4205.01 and Mentor-Protégé program requirements.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, compliance documentation, and reporting processes.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with either the Small Business Administration (SBA) or a similar entity which manages Mentor-Protege agreements, especially within DoD.
• Familiarity with SBA Certify.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and guidance such as DFARS 219.781 and 13 CFR 125.

Benefits
Blue Path Labs offers a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include, but are not limited to: healthcare reimbursement, lifestyle & wellness reimbursement, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), tuition assistance, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off for vacation / sick leave, in addition to 12 holidays per calendar year.

About Blue Path
Blue Path Labs combines mission and business insights with advanced technologies to deliver measurable performance improvements for our clients. Blue Path is dedicated to surpassing client expectations by always living by our core values of integrity, professionalism, and resilience.

Blue Path Labs is an equal opportunity employer.