Program Director - Jobs in Halifax

Job Description

Cognizant is looking for a Sr. Program Director with 15 + years of experience. Cognizant needs a motivated individual to challenge the status quo and provide thought leadership/best practices to enhance our current services and technologies.An ideal candidate is someone who enjoys working in a fast paced, collaborative environment. Someone that values thequot;team quot; and leverages the opinions and expertise of their teammates to deliver quality.Roles/Responsibilities:

• Initiate and set goals for programs according to the strategic objectives of the customer.
• Plan the programs from start to completion involving deadlines, milestones, and processes.
• Devise evaluation strategies to monitor performance and determine the need for improvements.
• Supervise all streams involved to provide feedback and resolve complex problems.
• Discover ways to enhance efficiency and productivity of procedures and people.
• Apply change, risk and resource management principles when needed.
• Read reports prepared by managers to determine progress and issues.
• Ensure program operations and activities adhere to legal guidelines and internal policies.
• Keep senior management informed with detailed and accurate reports or presentations.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience as program director or other managerial position
• Thorough understanding of project/program management techniques and methods
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work within a team-oriented and collaborative environment. Excellent Knowledge of performance evaluation techniques and key metrics
• Ability to be highly self-motivated and self-directed.
• Agile / SCRUM experience. Working knowledge of MS office

Why Choose Cognizant

• It takes a lot to succeed in today #39;s fast-paced market, and Cognizant Technology Solutions has become a leader in the industry. We love big ideas and even bigger dreams. We stand out because we put human experiences at the core.
• Our associates enjoy robust benefits and training opportunities from our industry recognized, award winning Academy team. You will have access to hundreds of technical trainings to keep your skillsets fresh and have opportunities to obtain certifications on the latest technologies.
• Everything we do at Cognizant we do with passion-for our clients, our communities, and our organization. It #39;s the defining attribute that we look for in our people.
• If you are comfortable with ambiguity, excited by change, and excel through autonomy, we #39;d love to hear from you!
• Cognizant is recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and is a coalition member of the Veteran Jobs Mission. Our Cognizant Veterans Network Assists Veterans in building and growing a career at Cognizant that allows them to leverage the leadership, loyalty, integrity, and commitment to excellence instilled in them through participation in military service.

#LI-PH1IND 123Employee Status : Full Time EmployeeShift : Day JobTravel : NoJob Posting : Sep 22 2023About CognizantCognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) is one of the world #39;s leading professional services companies, transforming clients #39; business, operating and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant is ranked 185 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com or follow us @Cognizant.