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Dhiraj Rakheja

@dhirajrakheja

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Results-driven IT Transformation & Program Manager with 15+ years experience.

Australia

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth.

I am an accomplished IT Transformation and Program Manager with over 15 years of experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder projects. My expertise lies in managing full lifecycle change initiatives, from scoping and budgeting to risk management and seamless handover to operational teams. I have a proven track record of delivering large-scale technical projects while ensuring alignment with security and compliance standards.

Throughout my career, I have successfully driven IT modernization and digital transformation initiatives across various sectors, including healthcare and energy. Notably, I led a high-impact AI-based Point of Sale project at British Petroleum, enhancing efficiency by 120%. My ability to build strategic relationships with stakeholders and vendors has been instrumental in driving project success and achieving organizational goals.

I am passionate about leveraging technology to improve operational efficiency and enhance user experiences. I thrive in dynamic environments and am committed to fostering high-performing teams that align with business objectives. My goal is to continue making a significant impact in the IT landscape through innovative solutions and effective change management.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Vice President, Sales and Strategy

Current

Careserve AI

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 4 months)

Leading sales and strategic planning in the healthcare AI space, identifying market trends, and developing long-term sales strategies. Responsible for educating clients on AI solutions and customizing sales strategies for complex integrations.

Sales Leadership Strategic Planning Market Analysis

Service Delivery / Product & Program Manager

British Petroleum

Nov 2022 - Jan 2025 (2 years 2 months)

Managed end-to-end digital transformation projects, focusing on IT modernization and seamless handover to operational teams. Successfully implemented AI-based solutions and enhanced operational efficiency across multiple sites.

Digital Transformation IT Modernization Agile Methodologies Risk Management Stakeholder Engagement

Digital Platforms Transformation Manager

Epworth

May 2022 - Oct 2022 (5 months)

Led strategic IT initiatives to design operating models for IT infrastructure migration to Azure, contributing to the overall digital transformation vision.

Infrastructure Digital Transformation Strategic Planning Project Management

Digital Platforms Expansion & Operations Manager

Telstra

Nov 2021 - Apr 2022 (5 months)

Executed IT transformation roadmaps and managed project risks while facilitating collaboration between IT and business process teams to support transformational projects.

Risk Management Reporting Change Management

Senior Program Manager / Product Marketing Manager

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

Apr 2011 - Jan 2022 (10 years 9 months)

Led large-scale engineering programs, focusing on data migration and software integration strategies, while ensuring project timelines and budgets were met.

Program Management Data Migration Software Integration Agile Methodologies Vendor Management

Project / Service Manager

Toyota Motors Corporation Australia

Jul 2021 - Oct 2021 (3 months)

Managed the launch of myToyota Connect and Lexus Connect applications, overseeing pre-launch and post-launch activities to ensure successful delivery.

Project Management Budgeting Stakeholder Management