Ensono
ProgramManager
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“Program Manager at Ensono. Skills: Innovation Portfolio Management, Program Governance, Stakeholder Management, Reporting and Communication, Risk and Dependency Management. Owns the Innovation Portfolio, a set of concurrent strategic initiatives spanning Innovation, AI, automation, etc.. Ensures the portfolio is governed rigorously”
What You'll Achieve.
drive outcomes across ambiguous, fast-moving programs; maximize delivery throughput; Build a Benefits Realization Plan; Define: KPIs and measurement approach; Realization timelines (short-, mid-, long-term); Benefits (Tangible vs. nontangible)
Industry & Context.
independent judgment; drive outcomes across ambiguous, fast-moving programs; identifying conflicts; resolve blockers
Contract (FTC) for first six months and extendable basis the performance of the individual
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Proven 12 plus years of experience in innovation programs / portfolio management, ideally in IT services, consulting, or technology firms, Demonstrated experience managing a portfolio of 20+ concurrent initiatives with cross-functional teams, governance background, not just tracking but building and enforcing governance models, Advanced stakeholder management, comfortable presenting to executive leadership, Excellent written and verbal communication can translate complexity into clear narratives, Proficient in portfolio tools (Jira, Smartsheet, MS Project, or equivalent), Exposure to AI, digital transformation programs is a must, Should have advanced Office 365 tool skills
Nice to Have
Prior experience in a PMO or Portfolio Office within an IT services or consulting firm (not just project delivery), Has worked in a matrixed, multi-geography environment, Comfortable with ambiguity, this is a new function being built, not a steady-state role, PgMP, PMP, or Prince2 Practitioner preferred, Agile / Scrum / SAFe certifications
What You'll Do.
Owns the Innovation Portfolio
a set of concurrent strategic initiatives spanning Innovation
Ensures the portfolio is governed rigorously
Manages dependencies proactively
Communicates progress clearly to senior stakeholders
Own and maintain the Ensono Innovation Portfolio - managing intake
and retirement of initiatives
Establish and enforce governance frameworks: stage gates
portfolio health dashboards
Facilitate the Program Governance Group - prepare materials
Maintain a single source of truth for all active initiatives: scope
Manage interdependencies across initiatives - identifying conflicts and sequencing work to maximize delivery throughput
Define and embed consistent program management standards
and tooling across the portfolio
Work with Project Managers and workstream leads to resolve blockers
re-plan when required
and maintain momentum
Dependencies) at portfolio level
Build a Benefits Realization Plan: Create a benefits map linking AI capabilities → process changes → business outcomes
assign benefit owners.
Define: KPIs and measurement approach: Realization timelines (short-
Benefits (Tangible vs. nontangible)
Design and deliver the set frequency Innovation Portfolio Reports - progress
Produce exec-ready decks
and briefings related to innovation performance
Create narrative-driven reporting that connects initiative outputs to strategic priorities
Serve as the primary interface between the Innovation Portfolio and business unit heads
and technology leadership
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with Project Managers and workstream leads; Coordinate with global Ensono counterparts on cross-geography initiatives; Serve as the primary interface between the Innovation Portfolio and business unit heads, finance, CPE, and technology leadership; Build trust across senior stakeholders
Communication Scope
Communicate progress clearly to senior stakeholders; Produce exec-ready decks, board packs, and briefings; Create narrative-driven reporting; Excellent written and verbal communication; translate complexity into clear narratives
Process & Methodology
Portfolio Governance, Program Orchestration, RAID Management, Benefits Realization Planning, Governance Frameworks, Portfolio Management, Initiative Management, Dependency Management, Risk Management, Outcome Driven Delivery
Full Job Description
At Ensono, our Purpose is to be a relentless ally, disrupting the status quo and unleashing our clients to Do Great Things! Our strategy has transformed, going beyond infrastructure into applications through strategic acquisition leading to organic growth. As an expert technology adviser and managed service provider with -multi platform experience, Ensono empowers our clients to keep up with continuous change and embrace innovation. We can Do Great Things because we have great Associates. The Ensono Core Values unify our diverse talents and are woven into how we do business. These five traits are the key to achieving our purpose. Honesty, Reliability, Collaboration, Curiosity, Passion Position Summary The Program Manager owns the Innovation Portfolio, a set of concurrent strategic initiatives spanning Innovation, AI, automation, etc. This role ensures the portfolio is governed rigorously, dependencies are managed proactively, and progress is communicated clearly to senior stakeholders. This is not a coordination role; it requires independent judgment, executive presence, and the ability to drive outcomes across ambiguous, fast-moving programs. The role is on Contract (FTC) for first six months and extendable basis the performance of the individual. Key Areas of Focus for this Role Portfolio Governance – Own and maintain the Ensono Innovation Portfolio - managing intake, prioritization, funding decisions, and retirement of initiatives Establish and enforce governance frameworks: stage gates, decision rights, portfolio health dashboards Facilitate the Program Governance Group - prepare materials, track actions, drive resolution Maintain a single source of truth for all active initiatives: scope, status, risks, owners, and outcomes Program Orchestration – Manage interdependencies across initiatives - identifying conflicts and sequencing work to maximize delivery throughput Define and embed consistent program management standards, templates, and tooling across the portf
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