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Technical Programme Manager

Role

Reporting to a Technical Team Leader, the Technical Programme Manager delivers results by monitoring the performance of their programme.

Key responsibilities

Manage and coordinate the work programmes of different technical committees in specific sector(s)

Act as the primary interface between technical committees and ISO/CS, including reporting key issues, preparing briefings, and ensuring ISO processes and policies are followed and correctly applied

Develop sector knowledge for the allocated portfolio, validate business cases for proposals of new work, and proactively lead strategic initiatives in conjunction with other ISO/CS units, other relevant committees or task forces

Support committee leaders in optimizing participation of relevant organizations in ISO activities (through leveraging existing liaison relationships and supporting activities led by ISO/CS Strategic Partnerships and Sustainability units)

Represent ISO at selected meetings and events

Supporting technical policy development by proposing improvements and updates to the ISO/IEC Directive

Contributing to the development and deployment of relevant ISO/CS training programmes (elearning modules, virtual and face-to-face instructor led training)

Producing accurate and concise working documents for ISO governance groups

Other activities related to collaboration with other ISO Central Secretariat units

Contribute to marketing and communication activities as requested by the Head of Standards Development and/or the Technical Group Managers

Ensure effective collaboration with the Publishing and Production units

Contribute to activities of different groups established by the TMB or ISO/CS (e.g.: supporting the elaboration of strategies in specific sectors, contributing to internal projects of the organizations, working with partners)

In conjunction with IT Business Analysts, lead the development of ISO/CS tools and applications

Reports to: Technical Team Leader

Qualification and Experience

Experience of managing successful projects within a global environment

Fluent in English (with good business writing skills), knowledge of other languages is an asset

Experience in a standardization-related organization is a strong asset

University-level education

IT literate

Skills

Ability to think critically, be solution oriented and take ownership of tasks with minimal guidance

Excellent at managing projects and driving work forward

Excellent communicator, with the ability to handle conflicts with assertiveness

Ability to operate and influence at appropriate levels in various business environments

Ability to see the big picture, balanced with being detail orientated

Capability to improve processes, acting as a catalyst for change and innovation throughout the organization

Ability to consistently produce high quality work, recognize priority issues and refer upwards, where appropriate

Curiosity and willingness to learn and develop within a multicultural and friendly environment

Identifies and aligns with our core values: respect, integrity, collaboration, pushing boundaries, growth mindset

Deadline for application:24/07/2026

Starting date: 01/10/2026