Associate Program Manager

Job description

**Job Description** **Key Responsibilities:** - Lead and manage end-to-end delivery of Networking and IP infrastructure projects, ensuring timely and quality execution aligned with business goals. - Oversee core IP/MPLS network transformations including design, deployment, integration, and optimization. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, operations, vendors, and business stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery. - Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, risk assessments, and change management activities to achieve delivery excellence. - Drive network modernization initiatives and evaluate new technologies/products to improve network performance and service offerings. - Ensure operational readiness by coordinating network migrations, capacity planning, and performance optimization activities. - Maintain program governance, status reporting, and compliance with organizational and regulatory standards. - Foster strong relationships with internal teams and external partners/vendors to facilitate collaboration and effective issue resolution. - Mentor and guide project teams, promoting best practices in project delivery and technical execution. - Stay current with industry trends and emerging networking technologies to recommend innovations and improvements. **Qualifications & Skills:** - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, Engineering, or related field. - Minimum 15 years of experience in delivery management of Networking & IP projects, preferably in Telecom or Service Provider environments. - Deep knowledge of IP/MPLS core networks, routing protocols, network design, and operations. - Proven track record in managing large-scale network transformation and migration projects. - Strong program and project management skills, with experience in Agile and traditional methodologies. - Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership abilities. - Proficient in risk management, budgeting, and resource planning. - Familiarity with network automation, cloud networking concepts, and security practices is a plus. - Relevant certifications such as PMP, ITIL, or CCNP/CCIE are desirable.