Program Manager

Program Manager (Non-IT II)

Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)3 day a week in office

Duration: Until June 2027 (initially)

Project Overview

The position is part of the Internal Audit Department, supporting a transformation initiative focused on three key areas:

1. Audit Methodology Simplification: Streamlining and simplifying existing audit methodologies and processes.
2. Technology Transformation: Supporting the implementation of technology solutions, including AI-enabled tools to generate initial drafts of audit-related documentation.
3. Global Delivery Model Reporting: Coordinating with project leads to gather updates and track progress related to resource movement within the Global Delivery Model.

Role Background & Responsibilities

• The Project Director will be on planned leave during December, and the immediate requirement is for someone who can step in and manage the portfolio in their absence.
• Once the Project Director returns, the selected candidate will work alongside them to drive ongoing delivery.
• Take ownership of the overall project portfolio, currently comprising 21 projects planned for delivery next year.
• Track project milestones, dependencies, constraints, risks, and blockers.
• Drive decisions, ensure accountability, and maintain visibility across the portfolio.
• Coordinate with multiple project leads and stakeholders to ensure timely execution and successful delivery.

Mandatory Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in project/program management.
• Strong portfolio management and end-to-end ownership experience.
• Proven ability to track milestones, dependencies, constraints, and project blockers.
• Strong decision-making and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Demonstrated experience in driving projects to successful completion.

Good to Have

• Experience automating processes using MS tools such as SharePoint, MS 365, or AI-enabled solutions.
• Exposure to senior leadership or executive-level stakeholders.
• Background in Internal Audit, Risk Management, or related functions.
• Previous experience within the Banking and Financial Services industry.

Ideal Candidate Profile – Best vs. Average

Preferred Candidate:

• Strong Project/Program Manager with proven experience managing complex portfolios and driving successful project delivery.
• Someone who can independently take ownership, influence stakeholders, drive decisions, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong project management expertise is the priority, even if the candidate does not have a direct audit background.

Average Candidate:

• Someone with an audit-focused background but limited experience in independently managing project portfolios or driving end-to-end project delivery.

Key Selection Priority: Strong project/program management and portfolio ownership experience should take precedence over a pure audit background.

Dexian stands at the forefront of Talent + Technology solutions with a presence spanning more than 70 locations worldwide and a team exceeding 10,000 professionals. As one of the largest technology and professional staffing companies and one of the largest minority-owned staffing companies in the United States, Dexian combines over 30 years of industry expertise with cutting-edge technologies to deliver comprehensive global services and support.

Dexian connects the right talent and the right technology with the right organizations to deliver trajectory-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. To learn more, please visit https://dexian.com/.

Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status

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