GM-PM Tool Adoption

Job Req ID:  45971
Location: 

Mumbai, IN

Function:  Technology/ IOT/Cloud
About: 

Vodafone Idea Limited is an Aditya Birla Group and Vodafone Group partnership. It is India’s leading telecom service provider. The Company provides pan India Voice and Data services across 2G, 3G and 4G platform. With the large spectrum portfolio to support the growing demand for data and voice, the company is committed to deliver delightful customer experiences and contribute towards creating a truly ‘Digital India’ by enabling millions of citizens to connect and build a better tomorrow. The Company is developing infrastructure to introduce newer and smarter technologies, making both retail and enterprise customers future ready with innovative offerings, conveniently accessible through an ecosystem of digital channels as well as extensive on-ground presence. The Company is listed on National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in India.

 

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At VIL, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best.

 

VIL's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our Values of Passion, Boldness, Trust, Speed and Digital. Consequently, our recruiting efforts are directed towards attracting and retaining best and brightest talents. Our endeavour is to be First Choice for prospective employees.

 

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VIL is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce.

Role

Program Manager - Integration & Gov

Job Level/ Designation

M3 - General Manager

Function / Department

Technology PMO

Location

Mumbai CHQ

Job Purpose

  • To own End-to-End technology project delivery in PMO office within Technology function, of Projects portfolio and manage big multi stakeholder transformation/ integration/optimization programs.
  • Coordination with multiple Stakeholders / partners to arrive at integrated Project Plan for project delivery and driving respective partners to deliver as per agreed milestones through pro-active communication, Daily reviews, Risk Management, Issue resolution, manage escalations and Reporting on progress to internal stake-holders
  • Participation in functional and technical discussions impacting projects, Review of Solution Design and approaches with Partner teams ensuring stable and sturdy Solution to be taken ahead for delivery.
  • Explore, propose and drive Modern Delivery techniques like DevOps, Release Automation, Automated Code Review and Continuous improvements in processes to manage business & Technology Partners
  • Continuous reporting and auditing of the delivery items using available tools. Would require traveling to other office locations on need basis.

Analysis, Review and Tracking of Vendor resource utilization.

Key Result Areas/Accountabilities

  • BAU Demand Deliveries  End to End Management and tracking Project deliveries (Waterfall/ Agile) by conducting regular reviews with Partner teams. Preparation, validation & tracking of project plan (MPP) and ensuring that the project activities are completed as per timelines.

Validate, review and sign-off efforts and approve resource utilization, Build and Deployment planning. Efficient communication with Stakeholders to ensure sync-up on progress of Project deliveries. Analysis, Review and own the Solution delivery

  • Reviews and Reporting  Active Participation in Weekly Governance forums for Customer Management Portfolio. Proactive Identification, mitigation and closure of risks and issues related to assigned Projects, effective project communication/ presentation to senior management team.
  • Key Initiatives and Programs  Drive critical Initiatives like DevOps, Digitization, Automation & other System improvement programs undertaken by the organization. Be responsible for commitment to timelines and SLAs thus ensuring overall Program milestones are not impacted.
  • Budget – as applicable plan & manage budget for the and be responsible for collaborating with stakeholders, milestone approvals etc.

People Management – Allocate, Review, Manage and Mentor work allotment to team members ensuring equal distribution of work, managing outputs and timely reviewing.

Core Competencies, Knowledge, Experience

  • 10-15 years of experience in IT deliveries for OSS/BSS.
  • Sound Knowledge of Telecom domain, e2e business processes and IT mapping across OSS BSS landscape
  • Experience of working in multi-vendor assignments - thus understanding diverse processes and approaches.
  • Exposure to DevOps, Agile delivery methodologies
  • Strong communications, interpersonal, negotiation skills. Competent in various technologies including open source.
  • Graduate/Postgraduate in Technical Streams

Must have technical / professional qualifications

  • Good stakeholder-management skills to interface with business users
  • People management skills
  • Effective communication and inter-personal skills
  • Proactive in approach with positive attitude
  • Balanced in handling emergencies
  • Experience in virtual team management, People management skills
  • Certifications – PMP/ Prince2/ Scrum Master (good to have)

Vodafone Idea Limited (formerly Idea Cellular Limited)
An Aditya Birla Group & Vodafone partnership