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Senior Program Manager - Technology Initiatives
Posted 23 days ago
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- Leading and managing multiple complex technology programs simultaneously.
- Defining program strategies, roadmaps, and detailed project plans.
- Ensuring clear communication and alignment among all program stakeholders, including executive leadership, technical teams, and business units.
- Managing program risks, issues, and changes, developing and implementing mitigation strategies.
- Overseeing program budgets, resource allocation, and vendor management.
- Establishing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) to track program progress and success.
- Facilitating program reviews and status update meetings.
- Driving continuous improvement in program management methodologies and best practices.
- Mentoring junior project managers and team members.
- Ensuring adherence to quality standards and project requirements.
- Translating complex technical concepts into clear business objectives and vice versa.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; PMP or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in program management, with a significant focus on technology-driven projects.
- Proven success in managing large-scale, complex, cross-functional technology programs.
- Deep understanding of software development lifecycles (SDLC), agile methodologies, and IT infrastructure.
- Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Strong financial acumen and experience managing significant program budgets.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project).
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate remote teams effectively.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to executive audiences.
This remote role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to lead impactful technology initiatives that drive business growth.
Senior Program Manager - Technology Initiatives
Posted 21 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Define program scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
- Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, budgets, and risk management strategies.
- Lead and manage multiple concurrent technology projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
- Coordinate and motivate cross-functional project teams, including engineers, designers, product managers, and other specialists.
- Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among team members, stakeholders, and external partners.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, developing proactive solutions.
- Establish and maintain robust project governance structures and reporting mechanisms.
- Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and provide regular status updates to senior leadership.
- Manage vendor relationships and oversee the procurement of necessary technology and services.
- Ensure adherence to quality standards, security protocols, and best practices throughout the project lifecycle.
- Drive continuous improvement in project management methodologies and processes.
- Mentor junior project managers and contribute to the development of project management capabilities within the organization.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree or PMP/Agile certification is highly preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in project or program management, with a strong focus on technology initiatives.
- Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale, complex technology projects and programs from initiation to completion.
- In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, MS Project).
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and IT infrastructure.
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, resources, and risks effectively.
- Experience leading and motivating remote or distributed teams.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage ambiguity in a fast-paced environment.
Senior Program Manager - Technology Initiatives
Posted 17 days ago
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The ideal candidate possesses a strong track record in program management, with extensive experience in managing large, intricate technology projects, ideally within consulting or a client-facing environment. You should have a deep understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall), risk management, stakeholder management, and budget control. Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills are paramount, as you will be liaising with senior stakeholders across diverse business units and external partners. The ability to navigate ambiguity, drive consensus, and deliver tangible results in a remote setting is critical.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple complex technology programs.
- Develop comprehensive program plans, including scope, timelines, resources, and budgets.
- Manage program risks, issues, and dependencies, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
- Effectively manage stakeholder expectations and communications across all levels of the organization and with external partners.
- Oversee program budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial accountability.
- Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams, fostering collaboration and accountability.
- Ensure adherence to established project management methodologies and best practices.
- Monitor program progress, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions.
- Facilitate program reviews and provide regular status updates to senior leadership.
- Drive continuous improvement in program management processes and tools.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in project and program management, with a significant focus on technology initiatives.
- Proven experience managing large-scale, complex programs with multiple interdependencies.
- Strong understanding of Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana).
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and control project costs effectively.
- Experience in stakeholder management and executive reporting.
- PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certifications are highly desirable.
- Ability to thrive and lead effectively in a remote work environment.
Senior Program Manager - Technology Initiatives
Posted 17 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Define, plan, and execute large-scale technology programs, ensuring timely and within-budget completion.
- Develop detailed program plans, including scope, timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
- Lead and motivate cross-functional teams comprised of engineers, product managers, designers, and other stakeholders.
- Identify, assess, and manage program risks and issues, developing mitigation strategies.
- Establish and maintain strong communication channels with all stakeholders, providing regular progress updates.
- Ensure alignment of program objectives with overall company strategy and business goals.
- Implement and oversee program governance frameworks and best practices.
- Manage vendor relationships and third-party integrations as required.
- Drive continuous improvement in program management methodologies and processes.
- Facilitate decision-making and resolve conflicts to ensure program momentum.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree or PMP/Agile certification is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in program and project management, with at least 5 years focused on managing complex technology programs.
- Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale, multi-faceted technology projects.
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycles (SDLC) and various project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
- Exceptional leadership, team-building, and stakeholder management skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and negotiation abilities.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project) and collaboration tools.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and remote work environment.
- Experience managing globally distributed teams is a significant advantage.
Senior Program Manager - Technology Initiatives
Posted 12 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Define, plan, and execute strategic technology programs from initiation to completion.
- Manage multiple interconnected projects, ensuring alignment with program objectives.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive program plans, schedules, and budgets.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks and issues proactively.
- Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams, fostering collaboration and accountability.
- Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure effective communication throughout the program lifecycle.
- Track program progress, measure performance against KPIs, and report findings to leadership.
- Facilitate decision-making processes and resolve conflicts within project teams.
- Ensure quality delivery of program outputs and adherence to organizational standards.
- Continuously evaluate and improve program management processes.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in program or project management, with at least 4 years in a senior or lead role.
- Proven experience managing complex technology programs.
- Strong understanding of Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, MS Project).
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
- Strong risk management and problem-solving capabilities.
- Experience in stakeholder management and executive reporting.
- PMP, PgMP, or Agile certification is highly desirable.
Senior Program Manager - Technology Initiatives
Posted 20 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Define, plan, and manage large-scale technology programs from initiation to closure.
- Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
- Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineering, product, and operations.
- Manage program risks and issues, developing and implementing mitigation strategies.
- Ensure effective communication and collaboration among all program stakeholders.
- Track program progress and provide regular status reports to senior management.
- Implement and refine project management processes and best practices.
- Facilitate decision-making and resolve conflicts within project teams.
- Manage vendor relationships and contracts as required.
- Drive continuous improvement in program execution and delivery.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in program or project management, with a strong focus on technology initiatives.
- Proven experience managing complex, cross-functional technology programs.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project).
- Strong understanding of agile and waterfall methodologies.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience working with distributed or remote teams.
- PMP or Agile certifications are highly desirable.
Senior Program Manager - Technology Initiatives
Posted 9 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage comprehensive program plans for technology initiatives, aligning with organizational strategy.
- Lead and coordinate multiple project teams, ensuring effective collaboration and resource allocation.
- Define program scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria.
- Monitor program progress, identify potential risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
- Facilitate regular stakeholder meetings, providing clear and concise program updates.
- Manage program budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial objectives are met.
- Oversee the integration of various projects to achieve overarching program goals.
- Ensure adherence to established project and program management best practices.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the program management function.
- Act as a key liaison between technical teams, business units, and executive leadership.
This role is a fully remote opportunity, with the operational base in the vicinity of Eldoret, Uasin Gishu, KE . We are looking for a dynamic and skilled leader with a passion for technology and a proven ability to deliver complex programs successfully in a virtual setting. If you are ready to make a substantial impact on our technological advancements, we encourage you to apply.
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Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the end-to-end lifecycle of multiple technology programs simultaneously.
- Define program objectives, scope, deliverables, timelines, and budgets in alignment with strategic goals.
- Develop and execute comprehensive program plans, including resource allocation and risk management strategies.
- Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, product, marketing, operations) to ensure successful program execution.
- Manage stakeholder expectations and provide regular, transparent program status updates.
- Identify and mitigate program risks and issues, implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Ensure adherence to quality standards and project management best practices.
- Foster a collaborative and productive environment for remote project teams.
- Lead program reviews and post-implementation evaluations.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
- Professional certifications such as PMP, PgMP, or Agile certifications (CSM, SAFe) are highly desirable.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in program or project management, with a significant focus on technology initiatives.
- Proven track record of successfully managing large, complex technology programs.
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycles (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in program management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Asana, MS Project).
- Demonstrated ability to manage remote teams and drive results in a distributed work environment.
Senior Program Manager - Technology Initiatives
Posted 3 days ago
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