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ICT Program Director at Ericsson - Jobs In Kenya Today
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IT Job At E - Jobs In kenya Today
IT Job At E - Jobs In kenya Today
Key Responsibilities
Manage complex 4G/5G Core Network and Cloud transformation projects from project initiation and planning through implementation and successful completion for customers within the ICT sector.
Provide leadership to both local and international project teams, ensuring timely delivery, operational efficiency, profitability, and adherence to quality standards through effective governance and project oversight.
Define project milestones, monitor progress, identify potential challenges, and implement practical solutions to address risks, issues, and project constraints.
Proactively assess project risks and dependencies, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure timely escalation and resolution of critical issues.
Oversee change management processes by evaluating the impact of proposed changes on project scope, timelines, budgets, resources, and quality objectives, while securing stakeholder approval where necessary.
Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with customers, business stakeholders, partners, and internal teams.
Capture, refine, and share lessons learned, best practices, and delivery methodologies to improve efficiency and standardize project execution processes.
Foster a collaborative team culture by promoting knowledge sharing, teamwork, accountability, and continuous professional development among project members.
Support business growth initiatives by collaborating with sales and commercial teams to identify opportunities and contribute to customer engagement activities.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
Minimum of six years of experience in Program or Project Management, including direct involvement in Core Network and Cloud solution delivery.
Demonstrated experience managing projects involving physical, virtualized, and containerized network functions and infrastructure.
Practical knowledge of deployment automation, testing automation, and modern software delivery practices.
Experience supporting business development efforts and working alongside sales teams to pursue and secure new opportunities.
Strong project governance, planning, monitoring, and control capabilities with a proven ability to deliver projects within established timelines, budgets, and performance targets.
Sound financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, profitability analysis, and business case preparation.
Advanced risk assessment and mitigation skills with the ability to manage complex project environments.
Proven track record of accountability, customer-centric service delivery, collaboration, and proactive problem resolution.
Strong stakeholder management skills with experience working closely with executives, engineers, software developers, technical support teams, and commercial teams.
Demonstrated ability to develop innovative solutions and address complex technical and operational challenges.
Preferred Qualifications and Technical Expertise
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or an equivalent internationally recognized project management credential.
Experience with Packet Core and Communication Service Platform solutions, including technologies such as Dual Mode Core, PCC/PCG, MME, EPG, SAPC, UDM, IMS VoLTE, IoT, and related platforms.
Proficiency in project collaboration, automation, and workflow management tools such as JIRA, Confluence, SharePoint, or similar enterprise solutions.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified? Go to Ericsson on jobs.ericsson.com to apply