Program Manager

About Tarento: Tarento is a fast-growing technology consulting company headquartered in Stockholm, with a strong presence in India and clients across the globe. We specialize in digital transformation, product engineering, and enterprise solutions, working across diverse industries including retail, manufacturing, and healthcare. Our teams combine Nordic values with Indian expertise to deliver innovative, scalable, and high-impact solutions. We're proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work , a testament to our inclusive culture, strong leadership, and commitment to employee well-being and growth. At Tarento, you’ll be part of a collaborative environment where ideas are valued, learning is continuous, and careers are built on passion and purpose. Role Overview We are seeking a seasoned Director – Program Management with a strong background in managing large, complex digital transformation programs within the Government/Public Sector ecosystem. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working with senior government stakeholders, consulting teams, technology partners, and cross-functional delivery teams to successfully execute mission-critical initiatives. This role requires strategic thinking, exceptional stakeholder management skills, strong program governance capabilities, and the ability to drive execution across multiple workstreams. Key Responsibilities Strategic Program Leadership Lead end-to-end program management for large-scale digital transformation initiatives. Define program strategy, implementation roadmaps, governance frameworks, and execution plans. Drive program delivery while ensuring alignment with business objectives, timelines, quality standards, and budgets. Establish governance mechanisms to monitor program health, risks, and performance. Stakeholder Management Build and manage relationships with senior government officials, client leadership, implementation partners, and internal leadership teams. Lead steering committee meetings, executive reviews, and governance forums. Influence decision-making and drive consensus across diverse stakeholder groups. Act as the primary escalation point for program-related issues. Program Governance & Delivery Excellence Establish PMO best practices, review mechanisms, and reporting structures. Track program milestones, risks, dependencies, and key performance indicators. Ensure timely delivery of all program objectives while proactively managing risks and issues. Drive continuous improvement through structured governance and performance monitoring. Digital Transformation & Consulting Advise clients on digital transformation strategies, process improvements, and technology adoption. Translate business and policy objectives into scalable technology-enabled solutions. Collaborate with product, engineering, business, and operations teams to ensure successful implementation. Support organizational change management and user…