At Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.
What you’ll do
Key accountabilities and decision ownership :
* Lead high-impact global initiatives, collaborating with teams across multiple markets and business areas; typically delivering several cross-country programs.
* Collaborate with senior leaders and local stakeholders to define objectives, deliverables, workstreams, timelines, team structures, and other foundational elements of transformation programs.
* Provide program management expertise which supports the achievement of 3-5 year engineering roadmap; looking beyond methodologies to resolve sophisticated issues applying the most suitable method to achieve success.
* Drive harmonization across countries within Fixed Access Engineering, identifying synergy and consolidation opportunities, in line with Vodafone Technology strategic priorities.
* Promote legacy networks renewal and migration to approved solutions/vendors, through feasibility analysis and business case assessment.
Key performance indicators:
* Delivery of cross-country programs within the different markets on time, quality and budget (delivery of milestones, number of countries onboarded, re-use of architecture/design/vendor solutions)
* Introduction of Hybrid Agile Methodology in Fixed Access Engineering projects (number of projects, teams involved, Agile Product Delivery, short-term wins....)
* Drive harmonization initiatives such us Vendor Roadmap Harmonization, Testing Strategy, DSL Retirement, Network Lifecycle Management, B2T Commercialization among others fully living up to business expectations
Who you are
Core competencies, knowledge and experience:
* Proven record of accomplishment leading transformation programs across different markets, teams and methodologies, with an in-depth understanding of the technologies required to deliver high quality solutions within a fast-moving organisation.
* Strong interpersonal skills with ability to manage and inspire cross-functional teams and contractors and influence them to take positive action.
* Strong written and oral communication skills to effectively communicate program delivery to team members and local/group stakeholders (Director/E-Band level) in a timely and clear manner
* Strategical view of Fixed Broadband Networks and Services, future directions of technology and how they add value to customers.
* Capable of building a true E2E view of Fixed Access networks and harmonization opportunities.
* Extensive experience in liaising with senior-level stakeholders and delivering successful change initiatives.
Must have technical / professional qualifications:
* Degree level education required
* Deep work experience in Telecommunications / IT Industry
* Relevant experience in leading multi-country transformation programs, with a demonstrated leadership progression.
* Superior MS Office skills, particularly in Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with project management tools (PEGA, JIRA...) is a plus
* Commercial/Financial governance experience preferred
Not a perfect fit?
Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.
What's in it for you
Who we are
We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people's lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.
Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept; it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. ;We're committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.
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