Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Humana
Job overview
The Associate Vice President of Program & Project Management at Humana leads and evolves the program and project management function to improve project outcomes enterprise-wide, overseeing a Center of Excellence and a large IT PM organization.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves designing enterprise-wide PM standards, driving initiative governance and review processes, leading a centralized IT PM team, and collaborating with business leadership and HR to ensure high-quality project management practices and staffing.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $184,800 to $254,100 per year with eligibility for a bonus incentive plan; benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, disability, life insurance, and other wellness programs.
Experience and skills
Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 10 years in program/project management with 5 years in leadership, experience in large matrixed organizations and IT, proficiency in PM tools like Jira Align, and skills in Agile and Waterfall methodologies; PMP or SAFe certifications and healthcare experience are preferred.
Career development
The role includes opportunities for career pathing, training, and development aligned with enterprise PM standards and leadership in a transformative environment.
Work environment and culture
Humana emphasizes a caring community focused on health, with a hybrid work environment requiring some in-office presence and a culture of transformation and collaboration.
Company information
Humana is a health-focused company providing insurance and healthcare services, committed to improving quality of life for diverse populations including Medicare and Medicaid recipients.
Team overview
The candidate will lead an IT PM organization of approximately 200 project and program managers and an enterprise-wide Center of Excellence for project management.
Job location and travel
Preferred locations include Washington, D.C., Louisville, KY, Denver, CO, Dallas, TX, and Ft. Lauderdale, FL with a hybrid work model requiring about three days in-office.
Application process
Applicants must apply by July 30, 2025, and live within commutable distance to preferred locations; specific application instructions are not detailed.
Unique job features
This role uniquely combines strategic leadership of a Center of Excellence with direct management of a large IT PM team, focusing on enterprise-wide PM maturity and adoption of tools like Jira Align.
Company overview
Humana is a leading health and well-being company that provides health insurance and related services to individuals, families, and businesses. They generate revenue primarily through premiums from their insurance plans, including Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part D, and commercial health plans. Founded in 1961, Humana has a rich history of evolving from a nursing home company to a major player in the health insurance industry, emphasizing innovation and customer-centric care.
How to land this job
Position your resume to emphasize your leadership in program and project management, especially your experience leading large teams and driving enterprise-wide initiatives, as this aligns with Humana's need for an AVP overseeing a 200-person IT PM organization and a Center of Excellence.
Highlight your expertise with project management methodologies like Waterfall and Agile, proficiency with tools such as Jira Align and Azure DevOps, and your ability to implement governance and portfolio review processes to improve project outcomes across complex organizations.
Apply through multiple channels including Humana's corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure you meet the July 30, 2025 deadline.
Connect on LinkedIn with professionals in Humana's IT Strategy and Transformation division or project management teams; use ice breakers like commenting on recent Humana digital transformation initiatives or asking about their experience rolling out Jira Align across the enterprise.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'program and project management,' 'Center of Excellence,' 'Jira Align,' 'portfolio governance,' 'enterprise standards,' and 'stakeholder engagement' to ensure your resume passes automated screenings.
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