What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager position at Comtech Global, Inc?
Role:-Program Manager
Location: 90 W. Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215
Please share a suitable resume to soe@comtechglobal.com
The client is seeking a program manager to assist with the rollout of a citywide strategic roadmap initiative. The mayor’s office leads the initiative and will provide direction to the program manager.
The initiative is being managed using a waterfall schedule, which is then used to feed two-week sprints for multiple work groups. The initiative is being managed using Smartsheets. This position will work closely with the core team to plan the program and projects, facilitate meetings, support working groups, lead sprint planning, assist with organizational change management, and help maintain momentum across all the workgroups. This position will work with the project coordinator who is responsible for managing the initiative schedule, preparing sprint cycles, managing the control log (risk/issues, action items, decisions, and questions), scheduling meetings, and general assistance for the initiative leadership team.
The program manager will work closely with the project coordinator, initiative leadership, change network strategist, and the EPMO.
The city is seeking an experienced program manager who is capable of leading change in an environment that is not yet federated. Assist the team with gaining buy-in from the stakeholders. Experience with previously leading strategic roadmap, planning, or portfolio efforts is desired. The successful candidate will be able to speak to all levels of the organization, clearly explaining objectives and deliverables. They will assist the team in how best to meet the objectives and milestones.
Responsibilities
- Develop timelines, budget, teams and plan for given project
- Ensure high quality work is produced
- Anticipate and solve any problems related to the program
- Conduct performance reviews and evaluate program
- Facilitate communication between relevant teams
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree 3 years of experience in program management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
- Strong communication, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills
