Senior IT Program Manager - Digital Projects

DKSH; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

DKSH is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead and manage programs from preparation through execution and closure, ensuring alignment with the DKSH Group IT Project Methodology.

You will drive projects using Waterfall, Agile/Scrum, or Hybrid methodologies, planning scope, timeline, cost, and quality, and obtaining approvals to commence execution. This role requires strong governance and documentation discipline across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computing, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• 7-10 years of relevant experience in IT Project Management or a similar role.
• Professional certification such as PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, or Scrum is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage IT programs/projects from preparation through execution and closure by adhering to DKSH Group IT Project Methodology.
• Drive and deliver projects using Waterfall, Agile/Scrum, or Hybrid methodologies.
• Prepare and plan projects across scope, timeline, cost, and quality dimensions, and obtain necessary approvals to commence project execution.
• Develop and complete mandatory project documentation, including Business Case, Project Charter, Project Plan, Test Plan, Lessons Learned Documentation.
• Lead cross-functional teams and vendor partners in project preparation, execution, and delivery activities.
• Manage end-to-end project execution to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Identify, manage, and resolve project conflicts, issues, risks, and stakeholder expectations in a timely manner.
• Monitor project schedule and budget against approved plans, taking corrective or preventive actions as required.
• Manage project change requests through established governance processes to protect agreed project scope.
• Develop and execute communication plans to ensure stakeholders are informed and engaged throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide regular and timely project status updates to stakeholders and management.
• Plan and manage project handover to support teams to ensure smooth transition and timely project closure.
• Ensure compliance with DKSH Group IT Project Methodology and governance standards.

Skills

IT project management

Waterfall/Agile/Scrum

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computing/IT/CS

Tools

Microsoft Project

JIRA

Job description

DKSH is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead and manage programs from preparation through execution and closure, ensuring alignment with the DKSH Group IT Project Methodology.

You will drive projects using Waterfall, Agile/Scrum, or Hybrid methodologies, planning scope, timeline, cost, and quality, and obtaining approvals to commence execution. This role requires strong governance and documentation discipline across cross-functional teams.