VodafoneThree - Programme Manager - Partnerships

What you’ll do

• Within the PMO team, you will deliver one of the many projects under Network Development and Infrastructure. Our portfolios span UK Networks with projects ranging from delivering new technologies, capabilities and coverage to retiring legacy products, networks, platforms and sites to delivering next generation connectivity, infrastructure, energy initiatives and state-of-the-art products. Projects will be complex with variable risk associated to them and requires diligent stakeholder management to support our roll out of the Nations’ Network. You’ll be working with internal Networks’ colleagues, wider teams within VodafoneThree and key suppliers to achieve the agreed outcome. All projects are to be delivered in accordance with agreed governance framework to agreed time, cost and quality and realise the expected benefits. Ensure the project is established, executed and closed following standard company governance Responsible for documentation of outputs, analysis and tools used in project activity Manage handover of deliverables to operations ensuring skills and knowledge transfer. At all times ensuring there is an effective Risk Mitigation and Issue management process in place Clarifies the skill requirements of a Project and builds a team capable of managing that project Defines clear Roles & Responsibilities and reporting relationships for stakeholders on the project and provides performance feedback Manages delivery scope and resolves deviation In accordance with Portfolio governance and assurance, provide accurate and timely communication and reporting to the relevant stakeholders, escalating where required Who You Are An understanding of networks Strong project governance and appropriate use of control mechanisms to ensure excellent customer outcomes Defines scope, business objectives, requirements and deliverables that stakeholders expect Creates WBS Dictionary containing detailed deliverables, activity and scheduling information Negotiates with stakeholders Line Management of both direct and indirect teams including 3rd party suppliers. Facilitates a Completion Review Meeting and leverage programme governance Tracks benefits. Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.