Alina-Cristina Iacobescu
Project Manager
Dubai
Summary
Innovative Program Manager with a proven track record of strategically guiding organizations to reach goals. Adept in overseeing the progress of operations, and monitoring cross-company projects. Experienced in leading staff members and evaluating project progress to achieve results in a timely manner. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Programme Manager
White Hat Gaming
remote
09.2021 - 07.2023
- Collaborate with multiple Scrum Masters, Delivery Managers, Project Managers, and cross-functional teams to define project scopes, plan effectively, forecast resources, manage budgets, and create timelines
- Met with project stakeholders on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments.
- Addressed and resolved technical, financial, and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
- Participated in pilot tests and revised programs based on feedback and results.
- Built teams to address project goals and objectives for multiple projects.
- Facilitated workshops and conducted one-on-one training to educate team members.
- Report to management and stakeholders on the successful delivery of various programs, while actively managing the implications across work streams and products developed within the Agile Framework
- Identify and address risks and opportunities across multiple projects at White Hat Studio, ensuring successful outcomes
- Plan program governance, quality assurance, and utilize supportive tools to enhance project delivery
- Work closely with Product Managers, Product Owners, and other teams to deliver new products and services with a focus on quality, timeframes, and budgets
- Efficiently allocate resources and skills between projects and products within the Agile framework, and address non-technical aspects
- Facilitate communications and collaborations between internal and external stakeholders, including third parties
- Proactively monitor project progress and apply problem-solving skills when needed to ensure smooth execution.
Delivery Manager
EveryMatrix Ltd
Bucharest
07.2016 - 08.2021
- Drive on-time, on-budget project deliveries by closely overseeing each project's scope, schedule, and budget
- Transitioned clients from sales processing to delivery team by effectively assigning roles and responsibilities and facilitating kick-off activities.
- Integrated new technologies and best practices to improve delivery process management.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Manage various project aspects, including scope, requirements, testing, stakeholder communication, and risk mitigation, to ensure successful achievement of project and business objectives
- Lead end-to-end project planning and execution, from sales to operational levels, including closing and migrations
- Proactively address and resolve issues, red flags, and blockers throughout the project life cycle, ensuring smooth progress and risk minimization
- Ensure timely and clear communication of project expectations to team members and stakeholders, guaranteeing on-time delivery
- Effectively manage client expectations and prioritize minimum viable product (MVP) features
- Prioritize tasks and coordinate project deliverables in alignment with the product roadmap
- Develop, maintain, and update detailed project plans and Gantt charts to monitor progress transparently
- Foster cross-departmental collaboration and coordinate deliveries among multiple teams
- Ensure projects receive all necessary approvals following internal and external processes (e.g., QA, Finance, Compliance)
- Coach, train, mentor, and motivate new team members, empowering them to take ownership and accountability for their work
- Act as the Head Trainer for Prince2 methodologies within the Project Management Academy, providing expert guidance and knowledge sharing
Operations Coordinator
Cegeka Romania
Bucharest
10.2013 - 06.2016
- Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
- Scheduled meetings for senior management team and booked conference rooms.
- Developed and implemented daily operations plans such as delivery routes, employee assignments and promotional strategies.
- Implemented troubleshooting, root cause analysis and issue resolution.
- Collaborated with area managers to evaluate needs and optimize operational plans.
- Reviewed operations reports to understand numbers and trends.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports And Physical Education (Kinesiology)
Alma Mater Studiorum
Bologna, Italy 10.2005 - 06.2008
Skills
Top Skillsundefined
Certification
ITIL Service Operations Agile Project Management Prince 2
Timeline
Programme Manager
White Hat Gaming
09.2021 - 07.2023
Delivery Manager
EveryMatrix Ltd
07.2016 - 08.2021
Operations Coordinator
Cegeka Romania
10.2013 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Sports And Physical Education (Kinesiology)
Alma Mater Studiorum
10.2005 - 06.2008
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