OKR Program Lead (Objectives & Key Results) Program Lead

Job Description

Role Overview We are seeking a dynamic and experienced OKR Program Lead to champion and institutionalize the Objectives and Key Results (OKR) methodology across the organization. This role is instrumental in aligning cross-functional teams to strategic priorities, driving execution focus, and embedding a performance-oriented culture. Key Responsibilities Design & Deployment Collaborate with business and HR leadership to define and cascade enterprise-wide OKRs aligned with strategic goals. Facilitate workshops at functional and team levels to ensure objective alignment, clarity, and measurability. Governance & Operating Rhythm Establish and manage the OKR calendar, including quarterly planning, check-ins, retrospectives, and reporting cycles. Work closely with HR Business Partners and leadership teams to integrate OKRs with performance and talent review processes. Tracking & Analytics Build and maintain dashboards for real-time tracking and visibility of OKR progress. Analyze performance data, flag risks and bottlenecks, and provide actionable insights to leadership for mid-course corrections. Capability Building Act as the internal OKR advocatedrive organization-wide awareness and capability-building initiatives. Create toolkits, templates, and simplified resources to aid in OKR adoption at all levels. Culture & Change Enablement Embed OKRs within the broader performance, learning, and cultural transformation agenda. Partner with Talent and L&D teams to link OKRs with career development, recognition, and growth frameworks. Required Functional Skills Strong knowledge and practical experience in implementing the OKR framework at scale. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional programs and drive outcome-based execution. Proficiency in setting up and managing OKR tracking systems, data analytics, and program dashboards. Capable of developing and executing roadmap programs with clear milestones and impact metrics. Behavioral Competencies Agility and adaptability in a fast-changing environment; able to pivot quickly and respond to evolving business needs. Critical thinking with a proactive approach to problem-solving and change management. Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills across levels and functions. Ownership mindset and the ability to drive multiple initiatives with a change-enabler orientation. Qualifications Master’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or related field. 6–10 years of experience in HR or business strategy roles with exposure to OKRs, Balanced Scorecard, or similar goal-setting methodologies.