Who We Are
VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation.
As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability.
We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.
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About This Role
We are seeking a Programme Delivery Lead to drive the delivery and governance of multiple large-scale, high-complexity programmes within the UK IT & Digital landscape. The role focuses on managing business demand, overseeing CAPEX-funded initiatives, and enabling business growth through effective delivery and lean governance practices. The individual will be accountable for end-to-end programme delivery, working across cross-functional teams, technologies, suppliers, and stakeholders to deliver impactful transformation and technology capability enhancements.
What You'll Do
Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex programmes, ensuring alignment with business objectives and governance standards
Develop and own integrated project plans, consolidating inputs across Agile and delivery teams (including sprint, scrum, testing, integration, and release)
Manage RAID (risks, assumptions, issues, and dependencies), ensuring adherence to milestones and delivery commitments
Implement lean governance practices that prioritise ownership, responsiveness, predictability, and transparency
Oversee programme financials, including CAPEX/OPEX management, supplier commercials, and budget forecasting
Maintain clear, consistent communication with senior stakeholders to build trust and transparency across time, cost, scope, and quality dimensions
Use data-driven insights to track performance, including effort and cost burn-down analysis
Govern the effective use of Azure DevOps, ensuring consistent utilisation of dashboards, plans, and delivery roadmaps
Define programme direction, priorities, scope, and delivery roadmap in collaboration with release management and key stakeholders
Coordinate cross-functional and cross-cultural teams, including system integrators and third-party partners
Who You Are
Egyptian national currently residing in Egypt
Demonstrated experience (typically 7+ years) delivering complex ICT programmes end-to-end
Certified in PMP or PRINCE2 Practitioner
Knowledge of application and software development lifecycle methodologies
Experience leading transformation initiatives and managing cross-cultural, matrixed teams
Strong leadership capability with the ability to guide, motivate, and develop teams in both direct and indirect reporting structures
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Project, with strong data visualisation and presentation skills
MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification is desirable
Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior audiences
Not a perfect fit
Concerned you may not meet every requirement Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.
What's In It For You
Opportunity to lead high-impact, large-scale transformation programmes within a global organisation
Exposure to diverse technologies, cross-functional teams, and international stakeholders
A collaborative environment that encourages innovation, continuous improvement, and ownership
Professional growth through complex programme delivery and stakeholder engagement
Access to industry-leading tools and methodologies in programme and Agile delivery
What Skills You Will Learn
Advanced programme governance and lean delivery methodologies
Financial management and forecasting within large-scale technology programmes
Data-driven performance tracking and reporting techniques
Cross-cultural leadership and stakeholder influence at senior levels
Enhanced expertise in Azure DevOps and Agile delivery frameworks
VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment
Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status , pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background.
Join Us
At Vodafone, we're working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this.
We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.
With us, you can truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.
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