Project Manager

About the Job

A Better Together philosophy towards building a better world

Aligned Automation is a strategic service provider that partners with Fortune 500 leaders to digitize enterprise operations and enable business strategies. We believe we can create positive, lasting change in the way our clients work while advancing the global impact of their business solutions for a more optimistic and better world. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable workplace where all people can develop and thrive. Enriched by our 4C's – Care, Courage, Curiosity, and Collaboration – our culture supports solutions that empower the possible.

About the Role

We are looking for a highly motivated and self-driven Program / Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes complete ownership of their work. This individual will serve as the connective tissue across multiple business functions — gathering data, building insights, creating compelling presentations, and driving alignment with senior leadership. You will be expected to work independently, proactively manage timelines, and consistently deliver high-quality outputs without requiring supervision or follow-ups.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-End project and program management across cross-functional initiatives, ensuring on-time and high-quality delivery.
  
• Work directly with multiple functional leads to gather data, understand business context, and synthesize insights.
  
• Build, design, and refine high-quality PowerPoint presentations for senior leadership and stakeholder reviews.
  
• Interrogate and validate datasets — question assumptions, identify gaps, and ensure accuracy before presenting to leadership.
  
• Manage stakeholder relationships effectively, building trust and securing buy-in across different functions and leadership levels.
  
• Own the full presentation lifecycle: from ideation and data collection, through deck creation, to presenting and obtaining leadership sign-off.
  
• Leverage AI prompt engineering tools to enhance productivity, accelerate research, and improve output quality.
  
• Proactively track action items, follow through on commitments, and ensure no dependency is missed — without being chased.
  
• Maintain structured project documentation, status trackers, and reporting dashboards in Excel and other tools.
  
• Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements to enhance team effectiveness.
  

What Success Looks Like

In this role, you will be measured on your ability to

• Deliver projects and presentations on time with zero surprises to stakeholders.
  
• Secure leadership buy-in for key initiatives through compelling, data-backed storytelling.
  
• Build strong working relationships with functional leads across the organization.
  
• Operate independently, proactively closing loops and driving accountability across teams.
  
• Continuously raise the bar on the quality of analytical outputs and presentations.
  

Required Skills & Competencies

Core Technical Skills

•Project / Program Management — planning, tracking, risk management, and delivery – Must Have

•Advanced Microsoft Excel — data structuring, formulas & Pivot and dashboards – Must Have

•Microsoft PowerPoint — professional deck creation, storytelling, and visual design – Must Have

•AI Prompt Engineering — ability to leverage AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude) for productivity and output quality – Desirable

Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

•Strong data analytical mindset — able to review, question, and validate datasets presented by stakeholders. - – Must Have

•Ability to translate complex data into simple, clear narratives for leadership consumption.

•Structured thinking with the ability to break down ambiguous problems into actionable plans.

Communication & Stakeholder Management

•Exceptional presentation skills — confident presenting to senior leaders and executives. – Must Have

•Strong stakeholder management — ability to engage, influence, and align diverse stakeholders – Must Have

•Clear and concise written and verbal communication across all levels of the organization.

•Ability to navigate complex organizational structures and get work done through indirect influence.

Behavioural Attributes

•Self-driven and ownership-oriented — executes without reminders or follow-ups.

•High attention to detail with a strong quality orientation.

•Proactive mindset — anticipates blockers and acts before they become issues.

•Comfortable working with ambiguity and defining structure independently.

•Collaborative and adaptable, with a strong sense of accountability.

Qualifications

•Graduate

•Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in Project Management or Program Management roles.

•Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders.

•Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint) is mandatory.

•Experience with AI tools and prompt engineering is strongly preferred.

•PMP, PRINCE2, AGILE or equivalent project management certification is a plus – Desirable