Program Manager
We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven senior level project manager looking to take the next step in their career to Program management. The Program Manager will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of multiple projects, ensuring they align with the organisation’s strategic goals. This role requires strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills to coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, manage resources, and mitigate risks.
Key Responsibilities:
Program Leadership: Oversee the planning, implementation, and tracking of multiple projects across various departments.
Strategic Alignment: Collaborate with leadership up to C suite level to define program objectives and ensure they align with overall business goals.
Leadership: Manage direct reports within the PMO structure. Be a strong coach/mentor to enable continued development of the team.
Risk Management: Identify potential risks to project success and develop mitigation strategies. Regularly update stakeholders on risk status and action plans.
Stakeholder Communication: Act as the central point of contact between teams, leadership, and external stakeholders, providing regular updates, resolving conflicts, and ensuring alignment throughout the program lifecycle.
Process Improvement: Evaluate current project management processes and implement improvements to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance the quality of deliverables.
Performance Tracking: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for programs and track progress. Prepare and present reports to leadership, ensuring transparency and accountability.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams including product development, marketing, sales, operations, and finance to ensure successful project execution and delivery.
Change Management: Lead and manage change management efforts, ensuring that all stakeholders are informed and engaged with changes impacting program objectives or timelines.
Qualifications:
Experience: 5+ years of experience in program or project management, with a proven track record of successfully leading cross-functional programs.
Skills:
Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and strategically.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., monday.com, Jira, MS Project, Asana, Trello).
Leadership: Ability to lead cross-functional teams, motivate team members, and foster collaboration.
Preferred:
Experience managing large, complex programs with multiple stakeholders.
Knowledge of agile methodologies and frameworks (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).
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