German Speaker - Senior Technical Delivery Manager (VOIS)
Who we are
VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation.
As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability.
We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.
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About this Role
We are seeking a highly skilled professional to lead complex, cross-country programmes and projects within the Delivery Management as a Service (DMaaS) team. This role involves managing initiatives across multiple network domains—such as Mobile & Fixed Access, Voice & Data Core, Service Platforms, Transmission & IP Transport, NW OSS, and NW Cloud Engineering—while ensuring alignment with VOIS customers’ priorities and the Network Strategy & Engineering (NSE) delivery framework. The individual will act as a role model for project management excellence and contribute to expanding the scope of managed services.
What you’ll do
- Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of large-scale programmes and projects, from feasibility studies through design, development, testing, acceptance, and transition to operations.
- Establish governance structures in collaboration with Market Delivery Managers and NSE stakeholders.
- Define and maintain project plans, manage risks and issues, and handle escalations effectively.
- Ensure timely reporting and formalisation of all projects using the NSE PM tool.
- Drive adoption and growth of PM managed services, share best practices, and foster continuous improvement within the DMaaS community.
- Actively engage in team initiatives, knowledge sharing, and mentoring new members to boost productivity and performance KPIs.
Who you are
- University degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or equivalent.
- Professional certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner).
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in process and project management within telecommunications networks.
- Strong knowledge of end-to-end network architecture and inter-functional dependencies.
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work in virtual teams across multiple geographies and organisations.
- Financial acumen and analytical thinking with a proactive approach to decision-making.
- Fluent in English, with exceptional written and spoken skills.
Not a perfect fit?
Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.
What's in it for you
- Opportunity to lead strategic, high-impact projects across multiple markets.
- Exposure to cutting-edge network technologies and global delivery frameworks.
- Collaborative environment with continuous learning and career development.
- Work in a diverse, inclusive culture that values innovation and agility.
What skills you will learn
- Advanced programme and project governance techniques.
- Risk management and resource prioritisation in complex environments.
- Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement at a global scale.
- Best practices in telecommunications project delivery and managed services.
VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment
Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background.
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We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.
With us, you can truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.
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