Programme Manager

Datacom Connect; Christchurch; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (Da

Ongoing learning and certifications

Career development opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Datacom Connect is seeking an experienced Programme Manager to drive high‑impact initiatives across New Zealand and Australia. You will own complex programmes from inception to delivery, ensuring outcomes meet quality, value, and performance targets.

You’ll lead governance, manage budgets and resources, and oversee multiple workstreams while leveraging AI to deliver technology projects. A strong emphasis on stakeholder management and cross‑functional collaboration is required.

Qualifications

• Experience managing programmes in a customer environment.
• Understanding of regulatory, compliance, and risk frameworks is advantageous.
• Proven ability to deliver technology and business transformation initiatives in complex environments.
• Self-motivated with a focus on delivering outcomes across multiple projects.
• Proven experience managing large, complex programmes in consulting or customer environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex programmes from inception to delivery.
• Oversee governance and delivery, establishing and managing project operations and ensuring quality across multi‑platform IT environments.
• Lead project design, planning, and scheduling for applications and infrastructure, aligning with timelines and requirements.
• Define, source, and manage resources; prepare and monitor budgets; track financial performance and benefits.
• Identify and control risks, issues, dependencies, and scope changes; manage change plans.

Skills

Programme management

Stakeholder management

AI delivery

Regulatory risk frameworks

Transformation initiatives

Multi workstreams

Communication skills

Job description

About us

At Datacom, we combine technology,expertise, and talented people to helporganisationsthrive in a rapidly changing world. As one of Australasia's leading technology providers, we work with customers across industries to solve real-world problems and deliver meaningful outcomes.

Whetherwe'resupporting governments, enterpriseorganisations, or growing businesses,we'recommitted to creating meaningful outcomes for our customers, communities, and each other.

About the Role (your why)

Datacom isa trusted delivery partneracross New Zealand and Australia, deliveringcutting-edgesolutions that are transforming industries.We’relooking for an experienced Programme Manager to drive these high-impact initiatives.

In this role,you’lllead complex programmes frominceptionthrough to delivery, ensuring customer outcomes meet the highest standards of quality, value, and performance. You may work alone on a project or be part of a larger deliveryteam. Regardless,you’llownmanaging scope, timelines, budgets, and stakeholder expectations to deliver exceptional results.

Our customers rightly expect us to be a leader in the AI field, so your knowledge around using AI to deliver technology projects is valued.This is a pivotal role at an exciting time for Datacom, offering the opportunity to shape the future of AI delivery across the region.

WhatYou’llDo:

• Deliver exceptional outcomes and value for our customers.
• Oversee the project governance & delivery,establishingand managing effective project operations, ensuring qualitydeliveriesacross complex, multi-platform IT environments.
• Lead project design, planning, and scheduling activities for applications and infrastructure projects,maintainingalignment with agreed timelines and customer requirements.
• Define, source, and manage project resources; prepare andmonitorbudgets, secure approvals, and track financial performance and benefit realization.
• Identifyand control project risks, issues, dependencies, and scope changes; manage change plans and assess business impacts.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships, exceed expectations through effective communication, and manage vendor contracts and agreements.
• Oversee the business continuity planning within the functional area, including development, review, testing, and training; ensure health and safety compliance in line with company policy.
• Manage project teams, provide guidance within company policies, and oversee phases of software development from requirements analysis to implementation.

Due to the dynamic nature of the IT industry and the diverse challenges involved in delivering competitive products and services to our clients,it’simportant to gain experience across different areas of the business where possible. As a result, you maybe requiredto take on a variety of roles within Datacom to meet business needs and broaden your understanding.

WhatYou’llBring:

We areseekinga resilient and adaptable team player to manage multiple mid to large-sized projects, who can bring a dynamic element to our existing professional project management capability.

You will have:

• Experience managing programmesin a customer environment. Anyunderstanding of regulatory, compliance, and risk frameworks isadvantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver technology and business transformation initiatives in complex political environments.
• Self-motivated with a strong focus on delivering exceptional business and customer outcomes across multiple projects and initiatives.
• Proven experience managing large, complex programmes in consulting or customer environments, ideally spanning multiple workstreams and platforms.
• Ability to build, lead, and inspire collaborative programme teams, aligning diverse projects to achieve strategic organisational goals.
• Broad and deep understanding of technical software development, implementation programmes, and interrelated technology dependencies.
• Experience in managing AI-related programmes isadvantageous, but adaptability and a willingness to learn and pivot in emerging technology areas is essential.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and tailor messaging for executives, technical teams, and business leaders.
• Strong financial governance capabilities, including managing programme budgets, tracking benefits realisation, and understanding cost, utilisation, and revenue impacts.
• Familiarity with multiple delivery frameworks such as Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid approaches, and the ability to apply them effectively at programme level.

Culture and benefits

Join a team whereyou'llbe supported to grow your career,prioritiseyour wellbeing, and make a genuine impact. From industry-leading learning and development opportunities to parental leave, wellbeing support, and employee benefits,we'recommitted to helping our people thrive both professionally and personally.

We'repassionate about creating a workplace where people feel supported, empowered, and inspired to do their best work. Whetheryou'redeveloping new skills, tackling complex challenges, or collaborating with some of the best minds in the industry,you'llbe part of a team that values curiosity, innovation, inclusion, and making a genuine difference.

Why you will love working here

• Paid parental leave
• 24/7 Employee AssistanceProgramme(DataCare)
• Ongoing learning, certifications, and career development opportunities
• Access to industry-leading learning platforms and future skills training
• Recognitionprogrammesthat celebrategreat work
• Great employee discounts and financial wellbeing benefits
• Meaningful work that makes a real impact