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RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in search of a Program Manager in Oakland, CA.
Key Tasks:
Manages a complex group of portfolio projects and acts as a change agent
Maintains a strategic focus and manages complex inter-project relationships
Lead and provide an environment with project managers and project leads that drives to superior results despite challenges
Manages a project utilizing proprietary process for Project Management
Manages supply and demand to ensure adequate resources are available and delivery commitments are met
Acts as the primary interface for the business partners and the initiative
Manages timelines, status reports and statistics
Lead a cross-functional team while motivating team members to their highest potential
Excellent analytical skills
Interfaces effectively with all levels and across organizational lines
Effectively utilizes external vendors and internal resources
Demonstrated success at building team relationships and partnerships
Develop, request funding for, and execute national long-term support model - Q1, Q2, Q3
Conduct workshops with key regional stakeholders to gather requirements and solution design - Q1 & Q2
Explore and build business case for other opportunities and/or national spread (e.g. MoCs and Continuum) - Q3 & Q4
Coordinate existing/future business case refreshes - Q3 & Q4
Establish national sponsors and steering committee groups, charter, and cadence
Coordinate with national sponsors and steering committee on status updates, product roadmap, and prioritization - Q3 & Q4
Track and report out on benefits
Perform NCAL Product Manager role leveraging SaFe methodology
Escalate risks and remove obstacles
Executive report out
Develop prioritized features and epics
Cascade priorities to team
Foster and promote a culture of helpfulness
REQUIREMENTS:
BA or BS required; MBA preferred
PMP certification required
Requires excellent oral and written communication skills as well as business presentation skills
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
