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Summary Position Summary Assistant Programme Manager (APM), Hyderabad Work you will do As an Assistant Programme Manager within the IT BS team at Deloitte, you will be persistent, analytical, and flexible in your approach to delivering high-quality Transformation business change. This role will require you hit the ground running and deal with ambiguity at any given stage within the project lifecycle. You will build strong relationships with your stakeholders, understand their strategic direction, processes, and requirements to become their trusted advisor on all elements of delivery and act as an extension to their team. With a can-do attitude, you will be accountable for delivering the APM service, working independently as an APM in the Portfolio and achieving success. This role will provide you great opportunities to develop skills that can provide progression into project and/or PMO management. The APM is responsible for supporting the successful delivery of the organisation's strategic objectives by providing a centralised and standardised approach to portfolio, programme, and project management. This includes establishing best practices, providing guidance and support to project teams, and monitoring overall portfolio performance. The APM functionally reports to the Head of the Portfolio Management Office within a matrix organisational structure. Key Responsibilities: Portfolio Management: Assist in defining and maintaining the organisation's portfolio management framework, including methodologies, processes, and tools. Project/Programme Management Support: Develop and maintain project management standards, templates, and documentation. Facilitate project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure. Track and report on project progress, budget, and risks/issues to stakeholders. Provide guidance and support to project managers within the programme. Review project plans, deliverables, and status reports. Should have knowledge on Entry and Exist criteria of each Project Phase. Governance and Reporting: Establish and maintain a PMO governance structure, including roles, responsibilities, and escalation procedures. Develop and deliver regular portfolio and project performance reports to senior management and stakeholders. Conduct project audits and reviews to ensure compliance with standards and identify areas for improvement. Project Portfolio Management Tool (Monday.com): Design, develop, and maintain monday.com boards, dashboards, and workflows to support portfolio management processes, including milestones, risk tracking, and reporting. Train and onboard new users on monday.com, ensuring they can effectively utilise the platform for managing their projects and initiatives within the portfolio. Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements within the PMO and across the project management lifecycle. Stay abreast of industry best practices and trends in portfolio, programme, and project management. Your Professional Experience PMO Skills: Experience creating project management templates and supporting programme management delivery is preferred (Desirable). Tools: Experience creating dashboards in Monday.com or similar tools like Power BI or Tableau is highly desirable. Experience in project management tools like Microsoft Project is also preferred (Desirable). Domain: Experience working on transformation programme is a plus, demonstrating an understanding of the unique challenges and requirements within this domain (Desirable). Communication: Proficiency in UK English language is essential for effective collaboration with stakeholders (Essential). Very well structured and organized and able to respond to changing priorities. Analytical and flexible with the ability to rapidly understand ambiguous and complex concepts. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Having the aptitude to solve problems and support others within the team. Ability to work independently and within a team. Ability to demonstrate initiative and proactiveness. Academic qualification: bachelor’s or master’s degree preferably in computer science Work experience: Overall 6 to 8 years of IT project management and delivery. Key competencies: Leadership Stakeholder Management Schedule Management Financial Management Risk and Issue Management Change and Quality Control Recruiting tips From developing a stand out resume to putting your best foot forward in the interview, we want you to feel prepared and confident as you explore opportunities at Deloitte. Check out recruiting tips from Deloitte recruiters. Benefits At Deloitte, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our people and offer employees a broad range of benefits. Learn more about what working at Deloitte can mean for you. Our people and culture Our inclusive culture empowers our people to be who they are, contribute their unique perspectives, and make a difference individually and collectively. It enables us to leverage different ideas and perspectives, and bring more creativity and innovation to help solve our clients' most complex challenges. This makes Deloitte one of the most rewarding places to work. Our purpose Deloitte’s purpose is to make an impact that matters for our people, clients, and communities. At Deloitte, purpose is synonymous with how we work every day. It defines who we are. Our purpose comes through in our work with clients that enables impact and value in their organizations, as well as through our own investments, commitments, and actions across areas that help drive positive outcomes for our communities. Professional development From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there’s always room to learn. We offer opportunities to build new skills, take on leadership opportunities and connect and grow through mentorship. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career. Requisition code: 300343 Show more Show less
