Program Manager

Miovision is a global industry leading company providing agencies and organizations modern tools to improve today’s traffic problems. We offer solutions that collect multimodal traffic data and uncover actionable insights, helping organizations get more out of their road network. The result: streets capable of moving more people – safely and efficiently – whether they are in a car, on a bus, on a bike or e-scooter, or walking. Since 2005, our systems have counted or assisted more than thirty billion vehicles around the world. With global headquarters in Kitchener, Canada, as well as operations in Germany, Serbia and the United States. For more information, visit miovision.com. 

Position Summary

As a Program Manager you will help Miovision’s leaders drive the success and growth of the company. Reporting to the Sr. Manager PMO, you are responsible for driving the coordinated management of multiple projects/programs and or outcomes in support of the company objectives and strategies. You are passionate about success and value individuals as you build engagement, credibility, and rapport with leaders and stakeholders at multiple levels in the organization to contribute to the overall success of the dynamic programs that build Miovision’s future.

At Miovision, you collaborate with Product, Engineering, and Corporate leaders to define program scope, program KPIs, and manage the performance of program components (projects, outcomes, etc). Complacency is not an option while working to ensure the successful delivery and acceptance of the project/program always with the customer-first in mind!

You maintain alignment of project/program scope and partner with stakeholders to make recommendations to modify the program or outcome deliverables to enhance effectiveness towards the business result or strategic intent. You ensure a regular communication and accountability cadence of meetings and check-ins to ensure on time, on budget delivery of programs across the organization. You provide accurate, cohesive reporting and visibility into projects/programs to highlight trends toward delivery, risks and issues.

Key Accountabilities

• Provides leadership and oversight of programs and change management activities. 
• Work with key stakeholders to build high-level program plans that may include hardware, software, platform, go-to-market activities/launch, partnership and/or M&A activities
• Independently execute program plans; Recommend corrective actions/change management programs and tactics; Identify and manage risks; Develop and implement risk mitigation plans. Ensure alignment from key stakeholders to move the program forward
• May lead multiple projects/programs with limited to moderate scope simultaneously, or manage one or more larger strategic programs; Projects/Programs are cross-functional in nature and will involve one or more product, corporate, or GTM team
• Monitor and report program performance to the cross-functional teams & leadership
• Build engagement for programs through involving key stakeholders and team members in regular communication events, program meetings, etc. 
• Support the coordination of company wide prioritization efforts 
• Maintain focus and motivation on programs throughout the lifecycle and regularly articulate quantitative and qualitative benefits, progress and obstacles to success 
• Acts as the “eyes and ears” on programs; Shares learnings and perspectives with leadership and other key stakeholders 
• Develop, implement and improve best practices and processes which can continually enhance the PMO and Miovision

• 5+ years of relevant experience in a Project/Program Management, or Corporate Development related role in a IoT based organization
• Bachelor’s degree; Project/Program Certificate, or PMP 
• Experience leading large complex cross-functional projects/programs
• Proficiency in Google Suite tools (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.), Project Management Tooling (MS Project, SmartSheets, etc.), Jira, Confluence
• Solid understanding of Program, Project, and Agile methodologies
• Advanced knowledge of hardware and software development lifecycle 
• Demonstrated Experience in the following areas:
  • Delivering large-scale projects/programs under demanding timelines
  • Solving complex challenges in a self-directed manner using structured thinking
  • Developing frameworks to bring clarity to ambiguous problems
  • Communicating ideas and concepts in a clear, logical way to executive leadership
  • Influencing without direct authority a variety of stakeholders through listening, relationship building, and cultivating trust
  • Resolving conflicts and issues with a demonstrated ability to find a common solution

Note: We offer flexible onsite and remote work options. Our Benefits are designed to reflect this and include:  

• Comprehensive health benefits starting on day one
• RRSP Matching Plan 
• Variable Incentive Plan 
• Mio-Days: We extend all three-day weekends to four-days and provide a Holiday Shutdown in December  
• Virtual Healthcare Service providing employees and their families access to healthcare providers 24/7
• Internet subsidy and a remote work allowance 
• Enhanced paternity and maternity leaves
• Unlimited vacation policy
• Wellness offerings (Fitness, Mindfulness)

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Please indicate if you require accommodation on your application, and our team will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

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