Program Manager

Is “super” project manager. His or her role is mainly operational since this person is responsible for planning and governance and for overseeing the successful delivery of the program’s output. Knowledge of the business is important. The program manager must have practical experience of having been a project manager for large and complex initiatives. Should be experienced in managing Cloud Programs

Responsibilities of the program manager

•             Daily program management throughout the program life cycle;

•             Defining the program governance (controls);

•             Planning the overall program and monitoring the progress;

•             Managing the program’s budget if applicable;

•             Managing risks and issues and taking corrective measurements;

•             Coordinating the projects and their interdependencies;

•             Optimizing the utilization of resources across projects;

•             Managing stakeholders’ communication;

•             Aligning the deliverables (outputs) to the program’s “outcome”

•             Managing the main program documentations

Skills and attributes of the program manager

The program manager must have strong practical experience in project management, which was gained through managing large and complex projects. He or she must have the following:

•             Good knowledge and handling of project and program management methodology and techniques;

•             Experience of working with Software Product development projects;

•             Good understanding of the wider objectives of the program;

•             Ability to work positively with cross functional teams;

•             Good knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation procedures;

•             The ability to find innovative ways to resolve problems;

•             Strong interpersonal and influencing skills