Proven experience in portfolio level and program management managing strategic level initiatives
Has the ability to work on the portfolio level supporting the project prioritization to achieve the highest business value
Participates in discussions and activities regarding IT project funding, resourcing and prioritization while advocating for the business as it relates to programs and projects
Facilitates request intake and ideation process
Understands, evaluates and manages risks to the portfolio
Manages one or more business programs and projects
Responsible for aligning programs, projects to strategic objectives and goals of respective service line working closely with Product owner, service owner and portfolio lead
Works with PMs and engage with Technology, training, PMO and Heads of department to ensure successful implementation of projects and programs
Plans and designs the programs and projects and proactively monitors its progress, resolving issues and initiating appropriate corrective action
Manages dependencies and interfaces between projects
Ensures there is allocation of common resources and skills within the program's individual projects
Works together with the service lines and domains to have successful program delivery
Guides and mentors, the project managers in managing the risks / issues related to their respective projects
Works with and provide regular updates to Sr. Business executives and IT executives regarding the portfolio
Good Communication and Vendor Management skills
Guides / coaches and grows team of project managers, project leads to become successful and achieve organization objectives