What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategy & Execution Program Manager - Data & Analytics position at Equifax?
Equifax Workforce Solutions is hiring a seasoned professional to manage, track, and report on Data & Analytics programs and initiatives. This role requires facilitating Agile planning and execution, and leading strategic initiatives in a fast-paced, data-driven environment. The ideal candidate will be results-oriented, possess excellent communication skills, and have a proven track record in project and program management.
What you'll do:
What you'll do:
- Drive Agile excellence: Serving as scrum master to several teams, you will facilitate the D&A organization's Agile planning and execution program, ensuring adherence to best practices and continuous improvement.
- Accelerate project delivery: Implement strategies to optimize project timelines, increase transparency, and maximize efficiency.
- Lead strategic initiatives: Take ownership of key projects, ensuring successful execution and alignment with organizational goals.
- Develop frameworks: Create and maintain comprehensive project management frameworks, processes, and templates.
- Enhance organizational operations: Collaborate with analysts and managers to streamline operations and improve overall efficiency.
- Report progress: Provide regular updates on key performance indicators (OKRs) to senior leadership, highlighting successes and areas for improvement.
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Analytics, or related field.
- 7 years of experience in project management, with a focus on Agile methodologies.
- Certification in PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Scrum Master (CSM), or other relevant project/program management credentials.
- Proficiency in Google Workspace, Smartsheet, JIRA, or similar project management tools.
- Willingness to travel up to 1%.
- Demonstrated ability to achieve measurable results in a fast-paced environment, while managing multiple priorities effectively.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex information to diverse stakeholders.
- Strong relationship-building skills, with a focus on collaboration, respect, and empathy.
- Ability to engage and influence cross-functional teams, driving consensus and ensuring project success.
- Experience working effectively in matrix organizations and leading virtual teams.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically and creatively.