Job Purpose:
The program manager’s job is to take a high-level view of the entire program, and strategically guide project managers to ensure they are all working effectively toward the program’s objective. He acts as a meta-project manager, strategically directing all of a program’s interconnected projects simultaneously.
What you'll do:
- Daily program management throughout the program lifecycle
- Define the program governance
- Plan the overall program and monitor the progress
- Manage the program’s budget
- Manage risks and issues and take corrective measurements
- Coordinate the projects and their interdependencies
- Manage and utilize resources across projects
- Manage stakeholders’ communication
- Align deliverables to the program’s outcome
- Manage the main program documents
Requirements
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree from a well known university in a relative discipline.
- Minimum 2-3 years of relevant experience.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and Communication skills.
- Ability to achieve outcomes in agreed time frames and under pressure.
- An understanding of the project management lifecycle and ability to track and report against milestones in a professional and consultative manner.
- Good knowledge and handling of project and program management methodology and techniques
- Proven track record in building and maintaining effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders
- Advanced computer skills required for Windows Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and web based applications.
Benefits
- A purposeful role with mentorship from an experienced founding team
- Fast paced career prospects in one of the hottest and well-funded tech startups in the region
- Excellent variable incentive plans
- Store credits to save on your monthly grocery bill
- Medical insurance (including family coverage)