Program Manager

Keka Inc.; Dadri; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarento seeks a seasoned Director - Program Management to lead large digital transformation programs in the Government/Public Sector. You will collaborate with senior officials, consulting teams, technology partners, and delivery teams to drive mission-critical initiatives with strong governance and stakeholder alignment.

You will shape program strategy, manage multiple workstreams, and ensure timely delivery while optimizing risks, budgets, and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field.
• MBA/PGDM from a reputed institution is preferred.
• 10-15 years of experience in Program Management, Digital Transformation, or Technology Consulting.
• Minimum 6 years of experience leading large-scale Government/Public Sector programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end program management for large-scale digital transformation initiatives.
• Define program strategy, roadmaps, governance, and execution plans.
• Drive delivery aligning with objectives, timelines, quality, and budgets.
• Establish governance to monitor health, risks, and performance.
• Manage relationships with senior government officials and client leadership.
• Lead steering committees, executive reviews, and governance forums.
• Influence decisions and drive consensus across stakeholders.
• Mentor cross-functional teams in consulting, technology, and operations.

Skills

PMO Governance

Government Consulting

Public Sector Advisory

Digital Transformation

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Planning

Business Process Reengineering

Monitoring & Evaluation

Data-driven Decision Making

Executive Reporting & Presentation

Change Management

Cross-functional Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology

MBA/PGDM

Job description

Tarento is a fast-growing technology consulting company headquartered in Stockholm, with a strong presence in India and clients across the globe. We specialize in digital transformation, product engineering, and enterprise solutions, working across diverse industries including retail, manufacturing, and healthcare. Our teams combine Nordic values with Indian expertise to deliver innovative, scalable, and high-impact solutions.

We're proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work , a testament to our inclusive culture, strong leadership, and commitment to employee well-being and growth. At Tarento, you'll be part of a collaborative environment where ideas are valued, learning is continuous, and careers are built on passion and purpose.

Role Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Director - Program Management with a strong background in managing large, complex digital transformation programs within the Government/Public Sector ecosystem. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working with senior government stakeholders, consulting teams, technology partners, and cross-functional delivery teams to successfully execute mission-critical initiatives.

This role requires strategic thinking, exceptional stakeholder management skills, strong program governance capabilities, and the ability to drive execution across multiple workstreams.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Program Leadership

• Lead end-to‑end program management for large-scale digital transformation initiatives.
• Define program strategy, implementation roadmaps, governance frameworks, and execution plans.
• Drive program delivery while ensuring alignment with business objectives, timelines, quality standards, and budgets.
• Establish governance mechanisms to monitor program health, risks, and performance.

Stakeholder Management

• Build and manage relationships with senior government officials, client leadership, implementation partners, and internal leadership teams.
• Lead steering committee meetings, executive reviews, and governance forums.
• Influence decision-making and drive consensus across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Act as the primary escalation point for program-related issues.

Program Governance & Delivery Excellence

• Establish PMO best practices, review mechanisms, and reporting structures.
• Track program milestones, risks, dependencies, and key performance indicators.
• Ensure timely delivery of all program objectives while proactively managing risks and issues.
• Drive continuous improvement through structured governance and performance monitoring.

Digital Transformation & Consulting

• Advise clients on digital transformation strategies, process improvements, and technology adoption.
• Translate business and policy objectives into scalable technology-enabled solutions.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, business, and operations teams to ensure successful implementation.
• Support organizational change management and user adoption initiatives.
• Coordinate with implementation partners, technology vendors, and consulting teams.
• Support procurement planning, vendor governance, and contract execution.
• Monitor partner performance and ensure adherence to agreed deliverables.

Leadership

• Lead and mentor cross‑functional teams across consulting, technology, product, and operations.
• Foster collaboration, accountability, and a high‑performance culture.
• Support talent development and capability building within the program management function.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• MBA/PGDM from a reputed institution is preferred.
• 10-15 years of overall experience in Program Management, Digital Transformation, or Technology Consulting.
• Minimum 6 years of experience leading large-scale Government/Public Sector programs.

Required Skills

• PMO Governance
• Government Consulting
• Public Sector Advisory
• Digital Transformation
• Stakeholder Management
• Strategic Planning
• Business Process Reengineering
• Monitoring & Evaluation
• Data-driven Decision Making
• Executive Reporting & Presentation
• Change Management
• Cross-functional Leadership

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas will be preferred:

• Government Digital Transformation Programs
• Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI)
• e-Governance Initiatives
• Learning and Capacity Building Platforms
• National or State-level Digital Mission Programs
• Multilateral-funded transformation projects

Preferred Industry Background

• Management Consulting
• IT Services & Digital Transformation
• Public Sector Consulting

What We're Looking For

• Strong executive presence and the ability to engage with senior leadership.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams in complex environments.
• Strong problem‑solving, strategic thinking, and decision‑making capabilities.
• Experience managing multiple workstreams while maintaining delivery excellence.
• If you are passionate about driving impactful digital transformation initiatives and thrive in complex, high‑visibility environments, we'd love to hear from you.

Required Skills

• e-Governance Public Sector DPI Digital Transformation across platform management program manager