Job Description

Are you ready to get ahead in your career?

• We want to empower you to turn your ambitions into achievements.
• We thrive in inclusiveness, diversity and embrace close collaborations for you to create impact for yourself and others.
• Together, we aim to bring the best of technology to help people, businesses and the nation to be ahead in a changing world.
• To realise our vision to become Malaysia’s leading converged solutions company, we are looking for a new talent to innovate and grow with us in a culture that values commitment, performance and possibilities.

Why does this job exist and why is it critical?​

Maxis Mobile is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Programme Manager to lead and oversee the successful delivery of complex, cross-functional programmes. This role is crucial for driving key initiatives that align with our business objectives and enhance our market position.

What are you accountable for?

• Define, plan, and execute multiple concurrent programmes from initiation to closure, ensuring alignment with Maxis Mobile's strategic goals and business needs.
• Develop comprehensive programme plans, including scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, resource requirements, and budget allocations.
• Lead and motivate diverse project teams, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure successful project execution and team development.
• Establish and maintain strong communication channels with all stakeholders, including senior management, department heads, project managers, and external partners.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate programme risks and issues, developing effective contingency plans to ensure programme continuity.
• Monitor and track programme progress, performance, and budget utilization, providing regular reports and updates to stakeholders.
• Implement and champion best practices in programme management methodologies, processes, and tools within Maxis Mobile.
• Ensure programme deliverables meet quality standards and are delivered on time and within budget.
• Facilitate decision-making and conflict resolution within programme teams and with stakeholders.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Maxis Mobile's programme management framework and capabilities.

What do you require for the role?

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in programme management, with a proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale, complex programmes, preferably within the telecommunications or technology sector.
• Strong understanding of programme management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and experience applying them in a practical setting.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Programme Management Professional (PgMP) certification is highly desirable.
• Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work effectively under pressure, and adapt to changing environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana).
• Experience in stakeholder management and change management.
• Ability to inspire and motivate teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.

What’s next?

• Once you’ve applied online, our team will carefully review your application. Due to a high volume of applications, we appreciate your patience to allow for a fair and timely review process.
• Should you be shortlisted for the role, we will send you an invitation via email for a digital interview. You can also check on your application status by logging into your candidate account.

Maxis values diverse voices & people. We hire and reward our employees based on capability & performance — regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, education, religion, nationality or physical ability.

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