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Title
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Description
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We are looking for an experienced IT Program Manager to lead and coordinate complex technology programs across multiple teams and stakeholders. The IT Program Manager will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of IT initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, as well as a deep understanding of IT project management methodologies and best practices. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing large-scale IT programs, working with cross-functional teams, and delivering results on time and within budget. Key responsibilities include developing program roadmaps, managing budgets and resources, identifying and mitigating risks, and ensuring stakeholder engagement throughout the program lifecycle. The IT Program Manager will also be responsible for reporting on program status, resolving issues, and driving continuous improvement. This is a critical role that will have a significant impact on the success of our IT initiatives and the overall performance of the organization.
Responsibilities
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- Develop and maintain program roadmaps, schedules, and budgets
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure successful program delivery
- Identify and mitigate program risks and issues
- Communicate program status and updates to stakeholders and leadership
- Ensure alignment of IT programs with organizational goals
- Manage program resources and allocate tasks effectively
- Drive continuous improvement in program management processes
- Facilitate decision-making and problem-solving across teams
- Ensure compliance with IT governance and security policies
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in IT program or project management
- Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.)
- Excellent leadership and team management skills
- Proven ability to manage budgets and resources
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience with risk management and issue resolution
- Ability to work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
- PMP, PgMP, or similar certification preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience managing large-scale IT programs?
- What project management methodologies are you most familiar with?
- How do you handle conflicts within cross-functional teams?
- Describe a time when you had to manage a program with tight deadlines.
- How do you ensure stakeholder engagement throughout a program?
- What tools do you use for program tracking and reporting?
- How do you approach risk identification and mitigation?
- Can you provide an example of a successful IT program you managed?
- What is your experience with budget management in IT programs?
- How do you drive continuous improvement in program management?
