Cisco Customer Project Specialist 

Germany, Hesse 

779500066

Program Start Date:

So if your desire to work in leading-edge technology is matched by your drive to make a difference then the Associate Project Manager (aPM) role is the right challenge for you.

What you will do as Associate Project Manager:

In this role you’ll be part of an actively growingServices (

For Associate Project Manager, day to day that means:

• Successful completion of customer projects ensuring that the project objectives, customer acceptance criteria and internal performance metrics are achieved.
• Ensuring compliance with legislation and regulatory requirements such as H&S, compliance with contractual obligations, ISO certification requirements and Cisco policies and processes at all times.
• Managing internal and external stakeholders, subcontractor partners and project team members and ensuring the accuracy of project data in internal tools and systems.
• Assisting program managers or senior project managers in performing project administration activities.

What we can offer you:

• Understanding of core Project Management knowledge areas according to PMI with focus on the triple constraint: time-scope/quality-cost.
• Opportunity to shadow technology professionals and understand a broad range of Cisco Technologies
• Opportunity to earn Cisco and Industry Certifications (CCNA, CAPM)
• Interaction with Cisco employees and clients all over the world
• A competitive salary and generous benefits
• Being part of a diverse and international team composed by people with different backgrounds and areas of expertise
• Dedicate part of your time to lead/be part of Cisco’s internal initiatives where you can deliver results by applying your creativity and motivation to make the difference

Programme structure

• First 3 months (together with all APMs from EMEAR): full-timevirtualtraining, shadowing and job rotation.
• After 3 months: join the local CX team in your home country for which you have applied for.

What you will need to be eligible for the aPM role:

• You are a recent graduate or on your final year of studies towards a degree or related program or other academic certification; equivalent experience accepted in lieu of degree
• You are able to live and work in(country)with no additional VISA sponsorship from Cisco
• You are fluent in English and(local language)
• Language proficiency in Portuguese, German, French, Italian, Spanish orArabicis beneficial
• Project management (ex. CAPM, PMP, PRINCE2) and/or ITIL certification is a great plus
• You are able to begin full time employment inMarch/September 2023

What skills you will need to succeed:

• You have strong organizational and leadership skills
• You have interest in technology and understand technical issues, and can leverage technical expertise of others
• You produce quality work under pressure with immediate deadlines
• You are able to adjust in rapidly changing environment and to prioritize your activities/set the right expectations with your internal and external stakeholders.
• You have written, verbal communication skills, with the ability to present to large groups with confidence