Program Manager - Friendship and Community

As a Program Manager at Bumble Inc., you will lead complex, cross-functional programs, focusing on delivery and operational excellence. You will create clear plans, surfacing risks early to keep teams aligned and productive. Collaboration is key, as you will partner closely with various stakeholders and team leads, ensuring strategic initiatives are executed with clarity and pace.

Candidates for the Program Manager position at Bumble Inc. should have 4-6+ years of experience in program or delivery management within agile environments. Proven success in managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders is essential, along with skills in project planning and familiarity with tools like Jira, Asana, or Trello. Strong communication and organizational skills are a must, especially when navigating ambiguity.

At Bumble Inc., agility is at the core of our operations. As a Program Manager, you'll be responsible for embedding agile values and practices throughout our teams. You'll foster a culture of innovation, encouraging feedback and collaboration, ensuring that teams can adapt and adjust as needed to meet project goals.

Collaboration is critical for success as a Program Manager at Bumble Inc. You will be a key partner to leadership and various stakeholders, aligning on priorities and ensuring that everyone is working towards the same goals. Strengthened coordination across teams leads to improved transparency and ultimately enhances our overall project delivery.

Bumble Inc. fosters an inclusive and supportive culture for all employees, including Program Managers. We prioritize diversity and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Our environment is centered around kindness, respect, and the belief that everyone has unique experiences to contribute, promoting collaboration and psychological safety in our practices.

I focus on creating structured plans while maintaining flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances. Clear communication with team members and stakeholders ensures everyone stays aligned and informed, allowing us to pivot quickly when necessary.

In such situations, I prioritize transparency and regular communication. I organize stakeholder meetings to discuss goals, establish a prioritization framework, and ensure that everyone has a voice, allowing for a collaborative approach to meet common objectives.

I have successfully implemented agile practices in previous roles, using frameworks like Scrum and Kanban. I focus on encouraging teams to embrace iterative planning and continuous feedback, which fosters a culture of learning and innovation.

I establish clear metrics at the outset of a program to track progress and outcomes. This includes setting delivery milestones and key performance indicators, which allow the team to assess effectiveness and make necessary adjustments along the way.

I proactively identify potential risks during the planning phase and create mitigation strategies. Regular check-ins with the team help surface issues early, allowing for timely interventions and keeping the project on track.

I frequently use tools like Jira and Asana for project tracking. They allow for effective documentation, communication, and tracking of tasks and timelines, providing a clear overview for team members and stakeholders alike.

I foster an inclusive environment by encouraging open communication, setting shared goals, and actively facilitating discussions. Team-building exercises and collaborative planning sessions can help unify diverse groups towards common objectives.

In a prior role, I streamlined our internal documentation process by creating playbooks and templates. This reduced overhead, saved time, and ensured that team members were aligned with best practices for project execution.

I prioritize regular communication with leadership and stakeholders, ensuring that all project milestones align with broader company objectives. This involves revisiting goals at strategic points during the project lifecycle to confirm alignment.

I view feedback as an essential part of my growth as a Program Manager. I actively seek it out from both my team and stakeholders and incorporate it into my processes, adjusting my management style and strategies accordingly to enhance effectiveness.