Program Manager (II)

Join a leading global organization at the forefront of technological innovation, where your contributions will directly shape the future of groundbreaking initiatives that impact millions. This company is renowned for its commitment to pushing boundaries and delivering world-class solutions across diverse domains. As a valued partner, Aquent is excited to connect you with this opportunity to make a significant impact.

Are you a highly motivated and experienced program leader eager to drive complex projects from conception to completion? We are seeking a dynamic individual to step into a pivotal role where you will independently manage the full lifecycle of critical programs, driving business outcomes and optimizing future operations. This is an exciting chance to leverage your expertise to define solutions for cross-functional challenges, influence strategic decisions, and ensure the successful delivery of impactful programs that resonate with users and stakeholders alike. Your independent judgment and ability to navigate changing circumstances will be key to your success and the program's evolution.

In this role, you will be instrumental in guiding advanced programs, ensuring their alignment with strategic objectives, and fostering continuous improvement. You will be empowered to lead, innovate, and collaborate across various teams, directly contributing to the success and evolution of significant initiatives.

**Key Responsibilities:**

* 5 years of experience of independently developing comprehensive program charters, outlining scope, timelines, objectives, resource allocation, and potential risks or dependencies for advanced programs.

* Craft detailed project plans, segmenting projects into distinct phases, identifying risks and dependencies, and ensuring transparency regarding program constraints.

* Cultivate strong, trusted relationships with program stakeholders to facilitate effective decision-making and collaborative problem-solving.

* Optimize team structures and responsibilities within programs, and adeptly manage program escalations in close coordination with stakeholders.

* Design and implement predictable communication strategies tailored to various stakeholder groups, representing the program team across multiple touchpoints.

* Execute change management requirements identified by stakeholders, developing and rolling out comprehensive plans, including impact analyses.

* Monitor the progress of change management initiatives, proactively resolving any misalignments.

* Independently identify and collect necessary data for effective program execution and governance.

* Maintain accurate project trackers and status reports, proactively managing dependencies and ensuring alignment with Product Excellence values, Product Inclusion, and brand trust.

* Establish robust program governance structures, including effective mitigation strategies, post-mortems, and escalation processes.

* Facilitate productive program team meetings.

* Define program phasing and metrics that drive continuous improvement, incorporating principles of Resource Stewardship in collaboration with stakeholders.

* Implement regular checkpoints to assess improvement metrics and provide clear rationale for any program adjustments.

**Must-Have Qualifications:**

* Proficiency in Communications Management.

* Demonstrated expertise in Team Management.

* Strong capabilities in Managing Organizational Change.

* Proven Technical Judgment.

* Exceptional Stakeholder Management skills.

* Expertise in Planning.

* Proficiency in Portfolio Management.

* Deep user understanding and empathy.

* Strong background in Execution and Governance.

* Commitment to Continuous Improvement methodologies.

**About Aquent Talent:**

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

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