Program Manager Non-IT III

Summary The main function of a non-IT program manager is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as engineering, research and development, financial systems and product roll-out, etc or any other non-IT based program. Job Responsibilities • Coordinate programs, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities. • Present and explain proposals, reports and findings to clients. • Recruit employees, assign, direct, and evaluate their work, and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence. • Analyze technology, resource needs and market demand, to plan and assess the feasibility of programs. • Confer with management, production and marketing staff to discuss program specifications and procedures. • Review and recommend or approve contracts and cost estimates. Day-to-Day Responsibilities SUMMARY OF THE ROLE Typical Day-to-Day Responsibilities • Manage Data Governance roadmap and delivery initiatives. • Gather and document business requirements. • Create and prioritize epics, features, and user stories. • Lead agile ceremonies and coordinate delivery teams. • Engage stakeholders across business and technology groups. • Monitor project risks, dependencies, and progress. • Develop executive presentations, status reports, and business cases. • Drive governance adoption, training, and change management activities. • Track KPIs, adoption metrics, and value realization. Approximately 40-60% of the day in stakeholder meetings, agile ceremonies, planning sessions, governance discussions, and leadership updates. Who Are They Interacting With (Internal/External) Internal: • Business Stakeholders • Technology & Engineering Teams • Data Governance Teams • Risk & Compliance • Privacy & Audit • Product Owners Executive Leadership External: • Technology Vendors • Strategic Partners • Consultants (where applicable) Skills • Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work independently and manage one’s time. • Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. • Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods. • Knowledge of computer software, such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS program, Visio etc. Qualifications & Experience Degree/Level of Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field preferred. Nice to have - Certifications No mandatory certifications. Agile, Scrum, PMP, Product Management, Data Governance, or Cloud certifications are considered assets. Years of Overall Experience: 8+ years of experience in Program Management, Product Management, Data Governance, Data & Analytics, or Enterprise Technology delivery. How Will Performance Be Measured: • Successful delivery of governance initiatives and roadmap commitments. • Adoption and utilization of governance capabilities. • Stakeholder satisfaction and engagement. • Achievement of KPIs and business value objectives. • Effective management of risks, dependencies, and project timelines. Experienced Program Manager with a strong background in Data Governance, Data & Analytics, enterprise technology implementations, agile delivery, stakeholder management, and organizational change management. Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field. PMI or PMP certification preferred. 5-7 years experience required. Required Skills • Strong Program/Product Management experience with Agile delivery methodologies. Business acumen should be there . • Data Governance expertise, including metadata management, data quality, lineage, data access, governance controls, and regulatory compliance. • Experience working with enterprise data platforms and technologies such as Databricks Unity Catalog, Microsoft Azure, Informatica IDMC, Power BI, JIRA, and related analytics tools. Soft Skills • Exceptional stakeholder management and relationship-building skills. • Strong executive communication, presentation, and influencing abilities. • Strategic thinking, problem-solving, and organizational leadership capabilities. Preferred Skills • Financial services or regulated industry experience. • Experience developing governance operating models and business cases. • Certifications in Agile, Scrum, PMP, Data Governance, Cloud Technologies, or Product Management. What This Role Offers • Opportunity to lead enterprise-wide Data Governance transformation initiatives. • High visibility role with exposure to senior leaders and executives. • Strategic and hands-on involvement across business and technology. • Work with modern data platforms and governance technologies. • Significant influence on governance strategy, adoption, and organizational effectiveness.