Portfolio Manager

Role Overview :

The Global Program Manager (GPM) serves as a key strategic partner to the Product Team Leader (PTL) and Development Lead, driving alignment, managing risks, and ensuring timely execution across the Product Team (PT) and Research and Development Team (RDT). The GPM is accountable for delivering program objectives and outcomes by facilitating collaboration, maintaining transparency, and enabling data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities :

• Drive strategic alignment across interdependent programs and portfolio-level initiatives.
• Partner closely with the PTL and Development Lead to implement and monitor program strategy.
• Lead goal setting, milestone tracking, and progress reporting to ensure visibility and accountability.
• Maintain data accuracy and timeline integrity within enterprise portfolio and scheduling systems.
• Manage and update program dashboards and online platforms with current and reliable information.
• Identify, escalate, and mitigate program risks with actionable contingency plans.
• Support governance engagements (Portfolio Committee, Development Review Committee) through effective preparation and alignment.
• Lead bi-annual operating plan activities, ensuring accurate cost forecasting and resource allocation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, operations, and department leads to manage budgets and optimize resources.
• Facilitate clear communication and decision-making across diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Monitor and report program health and key performance indicators, ensuring transparency with senior leadership.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Prepare executive-level materials to communicate program strategy, progress, and recommendations.

Basic Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :