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Kyiv, Ukraine

For This Role
We are looking for an experienced Program Manager who will strategically oversee and coordinate multiple software development projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. As a Program Manager, you will be working closely with our Executive Team and Directors.

If you have a proven track record in managing complex software development programs, coupled with strong understanding of program & project management methodologies, budgeting acumen, and a data-driven approach, do not hesitate to apply!

In this role, you will:

• Drive, manage the various projects a business implements to ensure they all align effectively with the organization’s mission and the program’s goals
• Define the program scope, objectives, and deliverables and budgets in collaboration with stakeholders and senior management
  
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies to support the program’s goals ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards
  
• Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of multiple projects, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure effective collaboration and communication across all project activities
• Manage program risks and issues, implementing mitigation strategies as needed to minimize impact on project outcomes
  
• Monitor program performance using appropriate metrics and KPIs, providing regular updates to senior management and stakeholders
  
• Implement change management initiatives within the program, ensuring smooth transitions and buy-in from all stakeholders
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the program, identifying opportunities for process optimization and efficiency gains

Skills you’ll need to bring:

• Experience in managing complex programs in software development companies
• Strong understanding of project and program management methodologies
• Budgeting and financial management
• Proficiency in creating and maintaining detailed project schedules, plans and comprehensive documentation
• Data-driven decision making based on performance monitoring
• Strong problem-solving skills and critical thinking
• Continuous improvement and life-long learning
• Skills in resolving conflicts and managing disagreements effectively
• Skills in listening to and understanding the needs and concerns of team members and stakeholders
• Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
• Advanced English

As a plus:

• Experience in product and global companies
• Relevant certifications

What We Offer

‎We are a Ukrainian company, and we stand with Ukraine against russian aggression

• We maintain workplaces for the mobilized Macpawians and provide financial support to colleagues or their families affected by the war.

We are committed to our veterans

• Our Veteran Career and Empowerment Program is designed to ensure our veterans and active military personnel receive the recognition, support, and opportunities they deserve.

Hybrid work model

• Whether to work remotely or at the hub is entirely up to you. If you decide to mix it, our Kyiv office, which works as a coworking space, is open around the clock. The office is supplied with UPS and Starlink for an uninterrupted work process. We also rent space in the Promprylad Coworking in Ivano-Frankivsk and reimburse the costs of renting a coworking space in any other city. If you decide to work at home, we cover the costs spent on your workspace organization: portable power stations, power banks, etc.

Your health always comes first

• We guarantee life insurance starting on your first working day. Besides, we cover 100% of your medical insurance costs and 50% for your dependents. We also cover dental and massages and offer a 50% refund for psychotherapy.

Flexible working hours

• You can choose a schedule that is comfortable for you. No one here tracks your clock in/clock out because Mac Paw is built on trust and cooperation.

Space to grow both professionally and personally

• Whatever your dreams and aspirations are, we got you. Education budget, annual development reviews, free English classes, and regular lectures. We also offer personal coaching with organizational coaches.

Teams we are proud of

• We build honest, transparent, and reliable relationships within teams. Every Macpawian can improve processes and implement their ideas. We encourage open and constructive feedback and provide training for Macpawians on giving and receiving feedback.

Office designed for people (and pets)

• Our office has it all. A spacious workplace with enough room for sitting up, lying down, and running around. A gym for recreation, fitness, and yoga. Cozy kitchens with coffee, snacks, and lunches. Sleeping/meditation rooms. A terrace with a view where we throw summer parties. Also, we have two cats living in the office, and you are welcome to bring your pets to the office (we have separate floors for cats and dogs).

Time-off policy that covers life’s needs

• 20 vacation days, unlimited paid sick leaves, x Days (2 days a month to work on side projects), days for personal time-off designed to help you take care of essential matters in your personal life, and parental leaves. On top of all that, sabbaticals are open after 5 years of being with Mac Paw.

Join social initiatives with Mac Paw Cares

• Mac Paw participates in numerous humanitarian aid and charity projects across many fields, and you are welcome to jump in and spend up to 24 working days per year making the world a better place.

Here is a safe place for applicants of all backgrounds

• We are hiring talented humans. Meaning with all our variety of backgrounds and identities, including service members and veterans, women, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, individuals with disabilities, and other often underrepresented groups.