About Andela: Andela exists to connect brilliance and opportunity. Since 2014, we have been dedicated to breaking down global barriers and accelerating the future of work for both technologists and organizations around the world. For technologists, Andela offers competitive long-term career opportunities with leading organizations, access to a global community of professionals, and education opportunities with leading technology providers. For companies, Andela provides access to a global network of fully integrated team members that unlock their business' innovation and growth potential. We are excited to continue building our remote-first team with incredible people like you!
About the role
Work in line with the company's annual and quarterly planning processes for Product and Engineering, establishing OKRs as they align with company strategic drivers.
Lead programs and projects within the organization; understanding current status at any given point in time, facilitating decision making and critical issues, and looking ahead to confirm staffing and budget.
Own status reporting, governance, proactive risk identification and risk mitigation.
Drive processes and documentation and deliver to the organization, adhering to company-wide templates and methods and using existing tools.
Support team members, senior leaders, and the Chief Product Technology Officer (CPTO) regarding interpersonal climate, project updates, proposals, planning, and reporting.
Drive the program portfolio and ensure seamless interaction with other teams across the company.
Provide support and mentorship (when applicable) to the CPTO and senior leaders on in-flight activities or upcoming initiatives, helping drive strategic direction with the most impact on the organization.
Ensure the teams are adhering to corporate processes, documentation, templates, and reporting requirements.
Partner with the M&A team on any potential M&A activities and act as the integration lead for the organization.
Become a change management champion and ensure positive reception to, and adoption of, Andela-wide changes.
Help drive common and repeatable approaches that make it simpler for the teams and leaders, allowing them to focus on big picture problems.
Drive a unified culture, encouraging joint ownership of the business and technical requirements for a robust and innovative product.
Requirements
Have a proven track record working in software development, technology consulting, or software product management company in a leadership role.
Program management experience across a large portfolio, demonstrating growth and scale.
Experience working in marketplaces is nice to have.
Have experience efficiently working remotely.
Have a strong analytical and data-driven approach to problem-solving.
Are passionate about the evolving technology landscape and enjoy bringing to bear advancements to address business problems.
Have outstanding communication (English, verbal, and written).
People that have been successful in similar roles at Andela display energy, drive, and passion to succeed.
Have the ability to build rapport and connect with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Have excellent interpersonal skills.
Benefits
Fully Remote work culture - we hire globally and all of our roles are fully remote!
Bring your own device stipend - buy your own laptop with funds from Andela.
Quarterly work from home stipends.
Flexible working hours.
Equity (as a part of compensation package).
Healthcare, 401k / pension (US only).
Andela Affinity Groups.
Growth & development paths.
Generous Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, Compassionate Leave.
And more to come! We're on a journey to reimagine global benefits at Andela.
At Andela, we outcompete through diversity. We know that our strengths lie in the multiplicity of talents, perspectives, backgrounds & orientations resident in our community and we take pride in that. Andela is committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Each individual has the right to work in a professional atmosphere that promotes equal employment opportunities and prohibits discriminatory practices. Andela provides equal employment opportunities and workplace to all employees and applicants without regard to factors including but not limited to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy (including breastfeeding), genetic information, HIV/AIDS or any other medical status, family or parental status, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This commitment applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Our policies expressly prohibit any form of harassment.
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