Program manager
Craftzing · Ghent, WV · 2 mo ago
Information TechnologyFull-time
What you'll do
- Lead the execution of large-scale, complex programs from initiation through closure, ensuring delivery of intended business benefits.
- Establish and maintain program governance structures, including steering committees and decision-making frameworks.
- Develop comprehensive program plans, identifying critical paths, dependencies, and resource requirements.
- Proactively identify and mitigate program-level risks and issues.
- Carefully coordinate and align multiple project teams, ensuring effective collaboration and communication.
- Manage program budgets and track benefits realisation.
- Guide and mentor project managers within your program, building organizational delivery capabilities.
- Lead stakeholder engagement at senior levels, maintaining strong executive sponsorship.
- Ensure effective change management and business readiness throughout the program lifecycle.
Who we're looking for
- You're a seasoned program manager who excels at delivering complex business transformations.
- You have strong leadership capabilities and can unite diverse teams toward common goals.
- You're politically savvy and can navigate complex stakeholder landscapes effectively.
- You demonstrate excellent judgment in decision-making and risk management.
- You have a strategic way of thinking but can also dive deep when needed.
- You have strong financial acumen and experience managing substantial program budgets.
- You're able to remain calm and focused, even in high-pressure situations.
What we expect from you
- You have a minimum of 7 years of experience in program management, with at least 5 years leading complex business transformation programs.
- You master program management methodologies. Holding advanced program management certifications is a plus (e.g., PgMP, MSP).
- You have exceptional stakeholder management and leadership skills, with proven ability to influence C-level executives. You can build and maintain strategic client relationships and are comfortable working on-site at regular intervals when needed
- You possess strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities, with demonstrated ability to translate program objectives into actionable plans. Your solution-oriented mindset enables you to tackle complex challenges while maintaining focus on program benefits.
- Your excellent presentation skills allow you to articulate program vision, progress, and challenges to senior stakeholders, gaining their trust and maintaining their engagement.
- You have extensive change management experience, enabling you to guide organizations through significant transformations and ensure sustainable adoption of program outcomes.
- You have substantial experience working with enterprise-level organizations, understanding their complexities and strategic needs.
- You are fluent in Dutch and English, demonstrating executive-level communication skills in both languages. Fluency in French is a plus.
- You excel at managing high-pressure situations and can maintain clarity and direction when dealing with program complexities and challenges.
- You have proven expertise in managing large program budgets (>€5M) and can effectively balance scope, timing, and budget constraints while ensuring quality delivery.
Why you’ll love us
- You will join a group of experts that love to create high-quality business strategies and digital experiences for our clients: Telenet, Flemish government, Ahold Delhaize, BNP, itsme, Melexis, Pia Group, …
- Together with us you love to make a meaningful difference for our clients.
What we can do for you
- Hybrid and flexible working culture
- Laptop, mobile phone with subscription
- Hospitalisation & group insurance
- Foundation of trust and collaboration
- Car & fuel or hybrid mobility solution
- Teambuildings and yearly holiday retreat
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