Job Description:

The main function of a non-IT program manager is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as engineering, research and development, financial systems and product roll-out, etc or any other non-IT based project.

Daily Responsibilities:

Responsible for leading the execution of programs strategic and transformation delivery in Technology & Operations. Partners with the SVP of Transformation, Business Change and Transition Teams. Leads project management delivery teams (matrixed).

Leads execution programs for Technology & Operations Major Programs office on behalf of Media .

Develops and implements program strategies, plans, and schedules. Ensuring the program aligns with the organisations strategy and goals and reports program progress status to stakeholders.

Partners with the SVP of Transformation leading the Ops Model program for Technology and Operations.

Accountable for IT Financial management across Technology M&A execution programs, ensuring robust spend control is in place. Close and strong working partnership with the Office of the CIO Business Operations teams and FP&A functions.

Lead and inspire teams of global project professionals, providing guidance and coaching as required.

Lead indirect and multi-disciplinary teams across the program as required to ensure cohesiveness across the business, and set clear deliverables as required to ensure decisions are made in an agile way but are coordinated effectively where necessary.

Responsible for always upholding the Code of Ethics and ensuring high standards of accountability within the business.

Degree or certifications required:

Certification in program management.

Required background/ Skillsets:

Proven leadership success in dynamic, fast paced environment with multiple constituents

Strong project and strategic program management experience with a passion for processes and procedures.

5 years' experience delivering major program in large multi-million dollar media and/or technology environments

Possess superior communication and customer service skills.

Able to build strong relationships at all levels of the organization.

Experience of working for a global company with both direct and matrix reporting

Sound knowledge of product management, platforms, systems ecosystem to align various technology and business stakeholders towards Investments strategic goals.

Maintain strong work ethics with high integrity. Consensus and team builder. Must be extremely results oriented.

Proven ability to excite and lead a successful team, is data-driven and outcome orientation.

Ability to multitask and handle on a proactive basis, changing priorities in a fast-paced environment to maximize time-management and efficiencies.

Demonstrated business acumen, problem solving skills, intellectual maturity and relationship management skills.

Ability to balance risk with business priorities and apply the appropriate sense of urgency to issues.

Adept in Financial Management of large programs/projects

Excellent in engaging with various technology & business stakeholders at varied level to align them towards the common objectives.

Excellent execution focused attitude to see through organization vision & strategic goals are commonly shared, understood and met using various execution strategy actions.

Strong analytics and problem-solving skills in complex multi-faced conflicting situations

Ability to work under pressure and manage conflicting priorities.

Education:

Master's or bachelor's Degree or equivalent.

Mandatory Experience: 10 years of total experience in large technology organizations

Preferred Experience in media industry

Preferred Certifications (any of the below)

PMI PfMP, PMI PgMP, PMI PMP, A-CSM, CSM, SAFe