Strategy And Transformation StratEx

GCash; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

GCash is seeking an experienced Program Manager in Manila to drive cross-functional strategic initiatives within the FinTech space. You will oversee data transformation efforts, manage project portfolios, and guide teams across Business, Product, and Delivery to achieve defined EBITDA outcomes.

Ideal candidates bring 7–10 years of relevant experience, strong stakeholder negotiation, and a disciplined approach to delivery, timelines, and budgets.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years in Program Management, Project Management, Strategy Execution, or Management Consulting within Fintech, Banking, or Technology.
• Proven track record of managing complex, cross-functional transformation projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field; MBA or advanced degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee data transformation (with Consumer Data and Analytics) and ensure timely, accurate reporting of data.
• Manages the pillar's portfolio of strategic transformation projects, tracking milestones, budgets, and EBITDA impact.
• Leads project kickoffs, defining scope, timelines, resources, and success criteria.
• Facilitates cross-functional workstreams, coordinating Business Heads, Product, Delivery, WealthTech, and external partners.
• Tracks project progress via weekly standups, dashboards, and status reports.
• Identifies and escalates blockers, ensuring projects stay on track.
• Conducts post-mortem reviews on completed projects, documenting lessons learned.
• Provides monthly project portfolio updates to Strategy & Transformation Head.
• Enforces rigorous project management discipline (clear owners, RACI matrices, risk registers).
• Ensures strategic projects hit their projected EBITDA targets (validates business cases post-launch).

Skills

Stakeholder negotiation

Execution discipline

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

PMP

Prince2

Scrum Master

Job description

Job Description

Do you want to take the first step in making Filipinos’ lives better everyday? Here in GCash we want to stay at the forefront of the FinTech industry by creating innovative, meaningful, and convenient financial solutions for the nation! G ka ba? Join the G Nation today! Project manages cross-functional \"Strategic Special Projects\" from initiation to close, ensuring complex initiatives (e.g., Data Transformation, Product Management Governance) are executed on time

You Will Be Responsible For The Following

Does (The tasks / responsibilities that the role performs to address requirements in Key Result Areas)

• Oversee data transformation (together with Consumer Data and Analytics) and ensure timely and accurate reporting of data
• Manages the pillar's portfolio of strategic transformation projects, tracking milestones, budgets, and EBITDA impact
• Leads project kickoffs, defining scope, timelines, resources, and success criteria
• Facilitates cross-functional workstreams, coordinating Business Heads, Product, Delivery, WealthTech, and external partners
• Tracks project progress via weekly standups, dashboards, and status reports
• Identifies and escalates blockers, ensuring projects stay on track
• Conducts post-mortem reviews on completed projects, documenting lessons learned
• Provides monthly project portfolio updates to Strategy & Transformation Head
• Enforces rigorous project management discipline (clear owners, RACI matrices, risk registers)
• Ensures strategic projects hit their projected EBITDA targets (validates business cases post-launch)

Displays

(The Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviors indicating how tasks / responsibilities will be performed)

• Stakeholder negotiation - ability to align cross-functional teams and resolve conflicts
• Execution discipline - relentless focus on delivery timelines, budgets, and outcomes
• Strategic thinking - understands how projects connect to pillar strategy
• Communication - provides clear, concise status updates to executives

Delivers

(The specific outputs / tangible results produced by the role; resources responsible for)

• Primary KPI: Strategic Initiative Realization Rate - % of strategic projects launched on time and hitting projected EBITDA impact (target: 80%+)
• On-Time Completion of Special Projects - % of projects delivered within original timeline
• Budget Adherence - % of projects delivered within approved budget

We Are Looking For

• 7-10 years of experience in Program Management, Project Management, Strategy Execution, or Management Consulting within Fintech, Banking, or Technology
• Proven track record of managing complex, cross-functional transformation projects
• Strong project management skills - certifications (PMP, Prince2, Scrum Master) preferred
• Strategic business acumen - understanding of financial services and fintech business models
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field; MBA or advanced degree is a plus

What We Offer

Opportunity for career growth and development in the #1 FinTech company in the country Working with a dynamic and highly collaborative team who want to change the game A company that values their people with highly competitive and flexible compensation and benefits package