Program Management Cross functional

Divya Kunaparaju

Program Management Cross functional

Available to hire

Program Management
Cross functional

Work Experience

Learning Partner, Capability Development at Singtel, Singapore
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Led enterprise-wide workforce capability strategy aligned to long-term business priorities. Designed a 3-year capability development roadmap aligned to Singtel’s strategic pillars (AI, 5G, Cyber), linking workforce investments to enterprise growth priorities. Developed a skills audit approach for 5,000+ roles to move workforce planning from anecdotal inputs to data-driven prioritization of mission-critical gaps. Standardized role readiness and advanced enterprise capability maturity, and advised CXOs via monthly executive reviews tracking transformation ROI and reprioritizing initiatives based on technology and market shifts.
Manager, Strategy Implementation & Programs at Circles.Life, Singapore
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Drove enterprise strategy execution including strategic planning, OKR implementation, governance, regulatory readiness, and executive alignment to support business growth. Designed and embedded a company-wide OKR framework aligning global teams to the CEO growth agenda and improving execution discipline. Led the annual strategic planning cycle facilitating cross-functional trade-offs to prioritize capital and execution focus. Architected GDPR and information-barrier frameworks enabling compliant expansion into regulated markets without operational drag. Facilitated executive offsites to align on pivots, resolve execution bottlenecks, and accelerate market expansion decisions.
Program Manager, Venture Build at Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Singapore
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Led program execution for a $40M digital venture, including operating model implementation, partner ecosystem development, launch readiness, and phased market rollout. Translated venture strategy into execution by designing scalable operating models, governance processes, and execution frameworks supporting the build and launch of a $40M BCG RISE in Singapore. Built and managed partner ecosystem through vendor evaluation, contracting, and onboarding to establish a scalable, asset-light operating model. Developed launch readiness via operating playbooks, SOPs, and execution processes enabling consistent delivery across multiple markets. Coordinated APAC rollout, tracked operational KPIs, and drove continuous improvements to accelerate venture growth.
Management Consultant at Industrial Growth Platform Inc., Singapore
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Advised MNCs and conglomerates on expansion, innovation, and market-entry strategy across Asia and Africa. Delivered feasibility studies, business model transformations, and go-to-market roadmaps in Ghana, Thailand, and Japan. Drove primary research, facilitated client workshops, and built stakeholder buy-in to develop actionable recommendations.
Manufacturing Systems Analyst at Tetra Pak South-East Asia Manufacturing
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2019
Delivered manufacturing and digital transformation initiatives generating €1.5M in annual savings while supporting operating model and organizational change efforts.
Technology Project Manager at AIA & Prudential, Singapore
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2014
Delivered enterprise technology programs leading cross-functional teams, vendor management, and end-to-end delivery.

Education

MBA at National University of Singapore
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026
Organizational Design for Digital Transformation at MIT Sloan
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026
Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Science) at JNTU
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026

Qualifications

PMP
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026
Certified OKR Professional
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026
Six Sigma Green Belt
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Telecommunications, Manufacturing, Financial Services, Professional Services