VP Program Management

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Iowa.

📋 Description

• Develop the framework and operational cadence required to advance intricate enterprise initiatives.

• Oversee multiple interconnected projects and workstreams to guarantee collective achievement of program goals.

• Maintain concentration on desired business results and adapt priorities and strategies as program requirements change.

• Foster disciplined execution and accountability among program participants.

• Coordinate dependencies across various business units, functions, IT teams, vendors, and enterprise stakeholders.

• Identify ownership gaps and facilitate resolutions prior to their impact on program outcomes.

• Assemble stakeholders to address issues, make decisions, and progress initiatives.

• Ensure that individual projects and workstreams stay in alignment with overall program objectives.

• Guide staff in meeting project goals, timelines, and budgetary targets.

• Determine necessary resources and investigate project data, procedures, and historical context.

• Create strategic project plans with defined goals, objectives, and budgets.

• Prepare executive-level briefings that highlight outcomes, decisions, risks, and necessary actions.

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive view of program health, dependencies, risks, and critical decisions.

• Identify emerging risks and challenges and implement mitigation strategies.

• Escalate issues that necessitate executive intervention with clear options, implications, and recommendations.

• Ensure that decisions result in accountable actions.

• Share best practices within the Program Management team and assist in the development of Project Managers and transformation resources.

• Present to senior leadership and executives to secure commitment and support for the forward strategy.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Travel as necessary.

• Provide support, guidance, leadership, and motivation to enhance overall performance.

• Implement company personnel policies and adhere to staffing standards and training recommendations.

• Conduct interviews, hire candidates, establish performance development plans, and lead performance discussions.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in insurance, finance, or project management from an accredited institution is required.

• PMP, PgMP, MSP, Lean Six Sigma, or similar certifications are beneficial but not mandatory.

• MBA is preferred.

• 12+ years of progressively responsible experience in program management, transformation, strategy execution, operations, consulting, or related enterprise leadership roles.

• Proven experience leading complex initiatives that involve multiple functions and interconnected workstreams.

• Experience collaborating directly with senior executives and functional leadership.

• Demonstrated ability to influence outcomes without direct authority.

• Strong strategic thinking paired with disciplined execution and a results-oriented approach.

• Capable of functioning effectively in ambiguous and rapidly changing environments.

• Proven experience in establishing governance and execution frameworks.

• Strong business and financial acumen.

• Exceptional written, verbal, and executive-level communication skills.

• Ability to distill complex information into clear recommendations and actions.

• Experience in collaborating across business and technology organizations.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation capabilities.

• Proficient in PC applications, including Microsoft Office products.

• Strong analytical and interpretive skills.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Proven management and leadership abilities.

• Excellent negotiation skills.

• Ability to create and finalize comprehensive, accurate, and constructive written reports.

• Ability to thrive in a team environment.

• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies.

🏝️ Benefits

• Work-life balance.

• Opportunities for career advancement.

• Supportive culture.

• Reasonable accommodations when applicable and appropriate.

• Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Drug-Free Workplace.