Senior Director, Program Management Office

Job title: Senior Director, Program Management Office

Company: CFA Institute


Job description: About the RoleThe Senior Director of the Program Management Office (PMO) leads a team responsible for enabling and supporting the delivery of strategic programs at CFA Institute. This senior leadership role works closely with the Leadership Team, program sponsors, and key stakeholders to plan and execute strategic investments. The Senior Director is accountable for the planning, reporting, delivery, and governance of all strategic initiatives across the organization. The role also oversees the organization’s project management activities, including defining governance structures, managing prioritization, and assessing business value. This position ensures the successful execution of complex projects by improving project portfolio management maturity and effectiveness across the company.Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Execution: Lead and execute complex projects, including those with significant technology components and organizational change management programs. Ensure alignment with business objectives and strategies.
• Governance & Strategy: Establish governance structures, processes, and a prioritization framework for project management. Develop a roadmap to advance PMO maturity and strategic execution.
• Change Management: Design and implement change management strategies to support the adoption of projects and drive sustained transformation.
• Project & Program Oversight: Oversee all aspects of project and program management, including scope, budget, timeline, and risk management.
• Cross-Functional Liaison: Act as a liaison between technology teams, business units, and senior leadership, ensuring effective communication and alignment.
• Risk Management: Champion risk management practices, identifying potential risks in collaboration with the Enterprise Risk Management team and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Stakeholder Communication: Develop and maintain communication plans, training materials, and stakeholder engagement strategies to support change management efforts.
• Process Improvement: Drive process improvements and the adoption of best practices in project management, technology delivery, and change initiatives.
• High-Impact Projects: Personally lead high-impact projects critical to strategy execution and organizational goals.

Required Experience

• Experience: A minimum of 12-15 years of experience in project and program management, with a strong focus on technology projects and change management initiatives. Preferred industry experience in Edtech, Technology, and/or Information Services.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, computer science, engineering, or a related field. An advanced degree or certifications such as PMP/PMI or APM (Association of Project Management) is highly desirable.
• Technology Expertise: Proven track record in successfully delivering complex, large-scale technology projects and organizational change programs. Demonstrated experience in raising the project management maturity of organizations.
• Change Management: Expertise in leading change management efforts, including assessing organizational readiness, developing strategies, managing resistance to change, and measuring success.
• Project Management Methodologies: Proficiency in project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches.
• Tools Proficiency: Proficient in project and change management tools such as Microsoft Project, JIRA, Trello, or equivalent. Familiarity with project controls, including cost estimation, change control, and scheduling, is preferable.

Preferred Requirements

• Industry Experience: Experience working in diverse industries or global organizations.
• Emerging Technologies: Familiarity with emerging technologies such as AI, cloud computing, and cybersecurity.

At CFA Institute, we are committed to transparency and equity in our hiring process. In compliance with wage transparency laws in many of the jurisdictions in which we recruit, we provide the following information regarding compensation for this position:Expected salary Range:UK based candidates: £125,000 – £145,000US based candidates: $140,000 – $160,000Other benefits include eligibility for annual incentives, 401(k) and competitive medical benefits.All salary ranges are subject to adjustment based on experience, education, and other factors relevant to the position. CFA Institute is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.About CFA InstituteCFA Institute are the global leader in investment excellence and ethics. With nearly 200,000 charterholders across 160 markets, we drive professional growth, ethical behavior, and better markets. We care about our employees’ well-being, offering industry-leading benefits like:Comprehensive health coverage for you and your familyGenerous leave and time offCompetitive retirement plansFlexible work optionsWellness, education, and support programsIf you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to click “Apply” and complete our three-minute application.Be part of a team committed to putting investors first and growing economies. Follow us @CFAInstitute on and .We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. CFA Institute prohibits both discrimination and harassment with regard to all identifying characteristics: any individual employee, group of employees, or prospective employee on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, religion, creed or belief, age, marital or partnership status, marital or family status, care giver status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, physical abilities/qualities, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, predisposing genetic characteristic, military or veteran status, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence or sex offense or stalking, unemployment status, infectious disease carrier status, migrant worker status, educational background, socio-economic status, geographic location and culture or any other basis protected by applicable law. This policy impacts all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, development, promotion, demotion, layoff, recall, furlough, transfer, leave of absence, and dismissal. This is a global policy that applies to all CFA Institute employees, regardless of location.If, due to a disability or current medical condition, you need an accommodation or assistance to complete a job application, you can request one at any stage of the recruitment process. Please send an email to noting the accommodations or assistance you are requesting. Please do not include any medical or health information in this email. We will review your request and contact you to discuss the possible options and arrangements. We will try our best to provide you with an accommodation or assistance that meets your needs and respects your preferences.Our application is not compatible with Internet Explorer (IE). We recommend using Chrome.

Expected salary: £125000 – 145000 per year

Location: London

Job date: Sun, 19 Jan 2025 05:01:12 GMT

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