Senior Governance Program Manager, Atlassian

Atlassian

Location:
United States, San Francisco

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

116100.00 - 186500.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Governance Program Manager to lead and enhance our governance frameworks and processes. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in establishing effective steering committees, documenting roles and responsibilities, managing policy lifecycles, and implementing policy exception management workflows. This role is critical in defining key performance indicators (KPIs), gathering and analyzing data, and reporting on policy performance to leadership. Additionally, the candidate will have significant exposure to cloud, AI, and emerging technology architecture, with a focus on establishing relevant policies and standards.

Job Responsibility:

Lead the formation and execution of steering committee structures to ensure strategic alignment and governance oversight
Facilitate regular meetings and communications with committee members to drive governance initiatives
Develop and document clear roles and responsibilities using RACI (Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, Informed) matrices to ensure accountability and clarity in governance processes
Ensure alignment of roles with organizational goals and governance objectives
Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of policies, from development and approval to implementation and review
Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure policies are up-to-date, relevant, and compliant with current regulations and best practices
Design and implement a robust policy exception management workflow to handle deviations effectively
Ensure exceptions are documented, reviewed, and approved in a timely manner, with appropriate risk assessments conducted
Identify and define key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness of governance policies and programs
Develop dashboards and reporting tools to track and communicate performance metrics
Collect and analyze data related to policy adherence and governance program performance
Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for leadership, highlighting insights, trends, and areas for improvement
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including legal, compliance, IT, and operations, to align governance initiatives with business objectives
Act as a governance advisor to leadership, providing expert guidance on best practices and emerging trends
Lead efforts to establish governance policies and standards that address the unique challenges and opportunities presented by cloud technologies, artificial intelligence, and other emerging technologies
Collaborate with technology teams to ensure that governance frameworks are integrated into the architecture of cloud and AI solutions
Stay informed about emerging technology trends and their implications for governance and policy standards

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Governance, or a related field
A Master's degree or relevant experience with certifications (e.g., PMP, CISM, CGEIT, AWS Certified Solutions Architect) are preferred
A minimum of 10 years of experience in governance program management or a related role, with a proven track record in establishing governance structures
Strong expertise in policy lifecycle management and the creation of RACI matrices
Experience in designing and implementing policy exception management workflows
Demonstrated exposure to cloud technologies, AI, and emerging technology architecture
Proficient in defining and analyzing KPIs and metrics, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior leadership

What we offer:

health and wellbeing resources
paid volunteer days

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 01, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Remote work

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