Transition Program manager

<p class="MsoTitle" style="text-align:center">Transition/ Transformation Program Manager</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <table class="Table" style="border-collapse:collapse; border:none" width="679"> <tbody> <tr style="page-break-inside:avoid"> <td style="border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; width:1.45in; padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt" valign="top" width="139"> <p class="MsoHeading7" style="margin-top:4px; margin-bottom:4px">Position</p> </td> <td colspan="3" style="border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; width:405.0pt; border-left:none; padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt" valign="top" width="540"> <p style="margin-top:4px; margin-bottom:4px">Transition Program Manager</p> </td> </tr> <tr style="height:89.5pt"> <td style="border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; width:1.45in; border-top:none; padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; height:89.5pt" valign="top" width="139"> <p> </p> <p><b>Role</b></p> <p>(Specific tasks and the role that the person will undertake)</p> <p> </p> </td> <td colspan="2" style="border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt; width:5.6in; border-top:none; border-left:none; border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; height:89.5pt" valign="top" width="538"> <p style="margin-left:24px"> </p> <ul> <li>Design and deliver end to end Transition plan to meet/align customer requirements.</li> <li>Particpate in presales and customer visits to represent Tranition and Transformation function and ensure framework is adopted.</li> <li>Responsible for strategic / Complex / ITO engagement transition</li> <li>Accountable and responcible for seamless execution of various phases of Transition.</li> <li>Single point of ownership for overall program management involving SMEs / Project / Program Managers and other enabling functions/partners involved in transition.</li> <li> Manage and Track Project Milestones and Project expenses</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Prepare the Project Plan</li> <li>Follow Cognizant Project Management and Governance model and Processes</li> <li>Work closely with Project Stake holders/delivery team/Partners as applicable.</li> <li>Maintain good Business relationship with Project stake holders.</li> <li>Provide project updates and reporting to stake holders.</li> <li>Coordinate with Technical and Management teams </li> <li>Project Budget tracking and forecasting as applicable</li> <li>Proactive identification of project/program risks and drawing mitigation plan</li> <li>Smooth Handover to operations teams.</li> </ul> </td> <td style="border:none; padding:0in 0in 0in 0in" width="2"> <p> </p> </td> </tr> <tr style="height:17.5pt"> <td style="border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; width:1.45in; border-top:none; padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; height:17.5pt" valign="top" width="139"> <p> </p> <p><b>Experience</b></p> <p>(Relevant experience the person must have)</p> </td> <td colspan="2" style="border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt; width:5.6in; border-top:none; border-left:none; border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; height:17.5pt" valign="top" width="538"> <p style="margin-right:3px; margin-left:24px"> </p> <ul> <li style="margin-right:3px">16+ years of experience in IT Infrastructure area with at least 5+ years' experience in Transition and Project Management </li> <li style="margin-right:3px">Should have managed multitower / multi geo complex transitions</li> <li style="margin-right:3px">Ability to manage ambiguity / uncertainnity </li> <li style="margin-right:3px">Strong Project Management knowledge</li> <li style="margin-right:3px">Experience in using Project Management methodologies and processes is a must </li> <li>Good command on spoken and written English. </li> <li>To work under minimal supervision and should be self driven </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Familiar with working in a project environment including planning, deliverables, progress tracking and reporting</li> <li>Ability to articulate how business issues may impact overall IT services.</li> <li>Proven ability to consult, support, and inspire colleagues. </li> </ul> </td> <td style="border:none; padding:0in 0in 0in 0in" width="2"> <p> </p> </td> </tr> <tr style="page-break-inside:avoid; height:16.6pt"> <td style="border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; width:1.45in; border-top:none; padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; height:16.6pt" valign="top" width="139"> <p> </p> </td> <td style="border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt; width:261.0pt; border-top:none; border-left:none; border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; height:16.6pt" width="348"> Essential </td> <td style="border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt; width:142.2pt; border-top:none; border-left:none; border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; height:16.6pt" width="190"> <p align="center" style="text-align:center"><b>Desirable</b></p> </td> <td style="border:none; padding:0in 0in 0in 0in" width="2"> <p> </p> </td> </tr> <tr style="page-break-inside:avoid; height:66.0pt"> <td style="border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; width:1.45in; border-top:none; padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; height:66.0pt" valign="top" width="139"> <p> </p> <p><b>Job-related Skills</b></p> <p>(Technical and professional skills that the person must have to be effective)</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> </td> <td style="border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt; width:261.0pt; border-top:none; border-left:none; border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; height:66.0pt" valign="top" width="348"> <p style="margin-left:24px"> </p> <ul> <li>Strong Project Management Skills</li> <li>Deep working knowledge on PMP / Prince 2 methodologies</li> <li>Good understanding of ITIL V3 framework</li> <li>Adequate Infrastructure Technology Knowledge </li> <li>Consulting and working experience on preparation Business cases and SOW.</li> <li>Good working knowledge on Microsoft Project, Power point and Visio</li> <li>Willing to travel (60-70% Travel)</li> </ul> </td> <td style="border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt; width:142.2pt; border-top:none; border-left:none; border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; height:66.0pt" valign="top" width="190"> <p style="margin-left:24px"> </p> <ul> <li>Sixsigma Green Belt Certification</li> <li>MCSE or similar certification in any technology</li> </ul> <p style="margin-left:24px"> </p> </td> <td style="border:none; padding:0in 0in 0in 0in" width="2"> <p> </p> </td> </tr> <tr style="page-break-inside:avoid; height:66.0pt"> <td style="border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; width:1.45in; border-top:none; padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; height:66.0pt" valign="top" width="139"> <p> </p> <p><b>Management/Personal Skills</b></p> <p>(Non-technical and managerial skills that the person needs to have)</p> <p> </p> </td> <td colspan="2" style="border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt; width:5.6in; border-top:none; border-left:none; border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; height:66.0pt" valign="top" width="538"> <p style="margin-left:24px"> </p> <ul> <li>Excellent Presentation skills</li> <li>Ability to work with, manage and negotiate with Clients, Business Partners , Vendors, and Third Party Support Providers</li> <li>Excellent Written and Spoken communication skills and interpersonal skills </li> </ul> </td> <td style="border:none; padding:0in 0in 0in 0in" width="2"> <p> </p> </td> </tr> <tr style="height:66.0pt"> <td style="border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; width:1.45in; border-top:none; padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; height:66.0pt" valign="top" width="139"> <p> </p> <p><b>Educational Qualification</b></p> <p class="MsoHeader">(Basic educational background that the candidate should possess)</p> <p class="MsoHeader"> </p> </td> <td colspan="2" style="border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt; width:5.6in; border-top:none; border-left:none; border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; height:66.0pt" valign="top" width="538"> <p class="MsoHeader"> </p> <ul> <li>BE, B.Tech. or Equivalent in any discipline of Engineering with an MBA preferred.</li> </ul> </td> <td style="border:none; padding:0in 0in 0in 0in" width="2"> <p> </p> </td> </tr> <tr style="height:66.0pt"> <td style="border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; width:1.45in; border-top:none; padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; height:66.0pt" valign="top" width="139"> <p> </p> <p><b>Tests, Certification</b></p> <p>(Specific tests that must be applied to candidates; prior certification that they may need)</p> <p> </p> </td> <td colspan="2" style="border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt; width:5.6in; border-top:none; border-left:none; border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; height:66.0pt" valign="top" width="538"> <p class="MsoHeader">Any of the vendor specific Certifications</p> <p class="MsoHeader" style="margin-left:48px"> </p> <ul> <li class="MsoHeader">Certified in ITIL, PMP/Prince 2 and Green Belt </li> <li class="MsoHeader">Technical Certifications related to IT Infrastructure Technologies </li> </ul> <p class="MsoHeader" style="margin-left:96px"> </p> </td> <td style="border:none; padding:0in 0in 0in 0in" width="2"> <p> </p> </td> </tr> <tr style="height:66.0pt"> <td style="border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; width:1.45in; border-top:none; padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; height:66.0pt" valign="top" width="139"> <p> </p> <p><b>Growth Potential</b></p> <p class="MsoHeader">(Career growth options for the individual in your company)</p> <p class="MsoHeader"> </p> </td> <td colspan="2" style="border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt; width:5.6in; border-top:none; border-left:none; border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; height:66.0pt" valign="top" width="538"> <p class="MsoHeader" style="margin-left:48px"> </p> <ul> <li class="MsoHeader">Manage large IT Infrastructure Projects</li> </ul> </td> <td style="border:none; padding:0in 0in 0in 0in" width="2"> <p> </p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p class="MsoHeader"> </p>