Programme Manager with German

Who we are

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation.
As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability.
We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.
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About this Role

We are seeking a Programme Delivery Lead to join our Technology team within the VOIS Romania PM Department. This role is responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of complex, interconnected projects across international teams, ensuring alignment with programme goals and strategic objectives. The individual will work in a matrix environment, collaborating with Group Technology and global operating companies to drive transformation and service improvement.

What you will do

• Lead the planning, organisation, and execution of programme activities to meet defined objectives
• Develop and manage detailed work plans and schedules, identifying dependencies and allocating resources effectively
• Monitor progress across programmes and associated projects, implementing adjustments to ensure successful outcomes
• Uphold project management governance standards and apply best practices across all delivery phases
• Provide accurate reporting on progress, risks, and issues, ensuring timely escalation and resolution
• Engage and manage internal matrix teams and external third-party stakeholders to ensure collaborative delivery

Who you are

• Proven experience in delivering programmes on time, within budget, and to specification
• Skilled in managing multiple, complex projects across the full lifecycle of product development
• Adept at working in international matrix environments with cross-functional teams
• Strong communicator with excellent presentation and stakeholder engagement capabilities
• Experienced in people management, resource planning, and conflict resolution
• Familiar with transformation initiatives and committed to continuous service improvement
• Certified in Prince2, PMP, Agile or SAFe methodologies
• Solid understanding of infrastructure components and their interdependencies
• Advanced German language skills

Not a Perfect Fit?

Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.

What's in it for you
• Hybrid way of working: 2 days from office per week (8 per month)
• Medical and dental services
• Life and hospitalization insurance
• Dedicated employee phone subscription
• Take control of your benefits and choose any of the following options: meal tickets / private pension / vacation vouchers / cultural vouchers - within the budget.
• Special discounts for gyms and retailers
• Annual Company Bonus
• Ongoing Education - we continuously invest in you to ensure you have everything needed to excel on the job and enhance your skills
• You get to work with tried and trusted web-technology
• We let you write your own story by planning vacations: go for a trip, experience new things, have fun and enjoy your 23 days off.
• Special Paternal Program - 4 months of paid paternity leave

What skills you will learn

• Advanced programme and stakeholder management in a global matrix setting
• Agile and SAFe delivery practices across complex technology landscapes
• Strategic planning and resource optimisation
• Risk and issue management with escalation protocols
• Infrastructure and interconnectivity insights across global operations

VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment

Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background.

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At Vodafone, we're working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this.
We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.
With us, you can be truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

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