Technical Program Manager

The Associated Press seeks a Technical Program Manager for its New York City office.

Reporting to the Manager, Customer Solutions, this role’s primary responsibilities include the coordinated planning, management and execution of multiple related projects that are directed toward the same strategic, business or organizational objective. These objectives could be in support of a large project, program, product or service.

The successful technical program manager will manage a program through its lifecycle, and manage issues at the intersection of multiple project-related activities. The program manager will work among and across technology and business stakeholders to define, launch, and evolve the program. While expertise in this role includes project management methodology and practice standards, responsibilities expand to include prioritization and governance of projects as well as realizing the benefits that the program and its related projects bring to the entire organization.



RESPONSIBILITIES: Overall responsibility for planning, directing and coordinating activities pertaining to a technology and business-unit (BU) program, which may include multiple projects, products or services, on an enterprise level. Ensure that program and project goals are accomplished and in line with business objectives Monitor all major (IT and BU) program activities, ensuring the currency, quality and integrity of the information, while providing consistency in content and "look and feel" across the enterprise Work closely with the user community and business owners in determining how technology might assist in addressing their needs, and then translates these needs into system requirements and design specifications Facilitate interaction among a dynamic team of individuals who constantly search for creative ways to elevate the capabilities of technology systems to meet business needs, by capitalizing on emerging technologies and adapting technologies to the needs of the customer Consult with management and draft/review project proposals to determine goals, time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements and allotment of resources. Develop project plans, specifying goals, strategy, staffing, scheduling, risks, contingency plans and allocation of available resources. Direct and coordinate activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within budget. Prepare and review program/project status reports, and keep everyone informed of program status and related issues. Monitor program results against technical specifications. Coordinate development and maintenance of technical and project documentation.



QUALIFICATIONS: College degree required PMP (Project Management Professional) designation a plus, with a minimum 5 years project management experience Solid understanding of the software development process, including requirement gathering, analysis/design, development tools/technologies, release/version control, contemporary testing methodologies and deployment management Expertise in setting and managing customer expectations Technical proficiency in hardware and systems software, as well as experience implementing packages and working with vendors Skill in conceptualizing and documenting creative solutions, and presenting them Strong customer focus and ability to manage client expectations Ability to communicate needs and schedules to IT and clients, as well as ensure that plans are in place and standards are adhered to Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as ability to present and explain technical information in a way that establishes rapport, persuades others and gains understanding and consensus Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills at all management levels Six to eight years of progressive broad-based information systems and business experience; highly desirable to have experience in software engineering involving development and testing of applications

Founded in 1846, AP is the largest and oldest news organization in the world, serving as a source of news, photos, graphics, audio and video for more than one billion people a day. AP has more than 4,000 employees working in more than 240 bureaus worldwide. The AP report is distributed in four languages: English, German, French and Spanish. The report is translated into many more languages by international subscribers.

AP seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with applicable nondiscrimination laws.

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