Program Manager for Joint IT Operations | Programmmanager:in im Rahmen des Aufbaus des gemeinsamen IT-Betriebs der Hamburger Hochschulen

Universität Hamburg

Hamburg, Hamburg, Deutschland
Published Apr 1, 2026
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

As a Program Manager for the Joint IT Operations (gemITB) of Hamburg's six universities, you will play a pivotal role in establishing a unified, secure, and high-performance IT infrastructure for the region's academic landscape. Based within the Digital Office at the University of Hamburg, you will strategically steer a multi-year transformation process, coordinating sub-projects across various state universities and managing external service providers. Your daily responsibilities include developing governance and financing models, identifying program-wide risks, and ensuring the timely implementation of technical milestones. You will serve as the central link between project leadership, steering committees, and interdisciplinary stakeholders, translating strategic goals into operational success. This role is particularly attractive for professionals seeking a high-impact leadership position within a prestigious 'University of Excellence' environment, offering flexible working conditions, mobile work options, and a focus on sustainable digital innovation.

Required Skills

Education

University degree (Master's or equivalent) ideally in Business Administration, Business Informatics, IT Management, Computer Science, Project Management, or a comparable field.

Experience

  • Several years of professional experience in program and project management, specifically within complex IT or digitalization environments
  • Proven experience working with strategic committees, steering groups, and interdisciplinary teams
  • Demonstrated leadership experience in a professional context
  • Experience in managing external service providers and consultants
  • Proficiency in using modern project management tools

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • The position is fixed-term. Candidates must be able to work at the Hamburg location (Mittelweg 177) with options for mobile work. Application deadline is April 17, 2026.