IT Product Manager

IT Product Manager Interpol Lyon International 4 level Speaks Arabic, English, French, Spanish Application deadline: April 13, 2026 Closed Apply Summary by Impactpool The IT Product Manager at INTERPOL is responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle and value delivery of specific digital products. This role involves defining product vision and strategy, managing the product backlog, and ensuring operational health through effective lifecycle management. The incumbent will also track product value and economics, integrate AI features, and manage stakeholder expectations for successful product adoption. The position requires collaboration within an Agile environment and a focus on delivering measurable operational impact. Candidate Requirements: University degree or specialized higher education 5+ years in Digital Product Management Experience in Agile/Scrum environments Certifications in Product Management or Agile preferred Fluency in English; proficiency in a second language is a plus Strong communication and leadership skills Tech-savvy with understanding of modern software concepts Vacancy Notice 1722 INTERPOL is the world’s largest international police organization, with 196 Member Countries. Created in 1923, it facilitates cross-border police co-operation, and supports and assists all organizations, authorities, and services whose mission is to prevent or combat international crime. INTERPOL actively encourages applications from women and nationals of member countries that are currently unrepresented among our staff ( please click on this link to access the list of countries ). Candidates from these countries are particularly encouraged to apply. INTERPOL’s recruitment process is merit-based hence all hiring decisions are made considering the applicant’s qualifications and the needs of the Organization. Job Title: IT Product Manager Reporting To: Chief Police Product Officer Location: Lyon Type of contract: Fixed-term Contract Duration (in months): 36.00   * Grade: 4 Number of post: 1 Level of Security screening:  Enhanced Deadline for application: 13 April 2026 Conditions applying for all candidates Only professional experience for which candidates can provide official proof of employment will be considered. Candidates could be requested to provide copies of such official documents prior to interviews/test. * Subsequent extension to this post will be subject to the terms of the Organization’s Staff Manual, to satisfactory performance and to availability of funds. Tests/interviews in connection to this selection procedure will take place approximately 2/3 weeks after the deadline for applications. Applicants are kindly requested to plan their availability during this period accordingly, in case they are short-listed. ​Selected candidates will be expected to report for duty approximately two to three months after receiving an offer of employment at the latest. This selection exercise may be used to generate a reserve list of suitable candidates that may be used to address Organization's similar staffing needs in the future. SUMMARY OF THE ASSIGNED DUTIES, INCLUDING GOALS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE POST The IT Product Manager is responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle and value delivery of specific digital products within a Tribe. Operating within an autonomous Product Squad , the incumbent owns the product vision, roadmap, and backlog of a product portfolio, serving as the bridge between business strategy and technical execution. The IT Product Manager ensures the product delivers continuous, measurable operational impact by leveraging shared Platform Engineering capabilities, and actively pushing AI and Data integration to enhance INTERPOL’s capabilities. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ACTIVITIES DUTY 1: Product strategy and ROADMAP Define and communicate a clear product vision and strategy aligned with the Tribe’s objectives and INTERPOL’s IT Strategic Framework for their product portfolio. Translate high-level business goals into a concrete Product Roadmap. Conduct continuous discovery (user research, data analysis) to identify user needs and validate hypotheses before build. Prioritize features based on business value, ROI, and operational urgency, ensuring the team builds "the right thing." DUTY 2: Agile Execution & Backlog Management Act as the primary Product Owner for the Squad: create, maintain, and prioritize the Product Backlog. Draft clear, actionable User Stories with defined Acceptance Criteria. Collaborate daily with the Squad (Developers, DevOps and Platform Engineers, Solution Architects, Scrum Master…) to ensure roadmap feasibility, align business requirements and make rapid trade-off decisions. Participate actively in Agile rituals, ensuring a consistent flow of delivery. DUTY 3: Operational Health & Support (Lifecycle Management) Define and follow Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and KPIs (e.g., uptime, response time) to ensure the product meets business requirements. Prioritize technical debt and maintenance alongside new features in the backlog to ensure long-term stability ("You build it, you run it" philosophy). Analyze support tickets and user feedback to identify recurring issues and drive permanent fixes. DUTY 4: Product Value Tracking & Economics Define, measure, and continuously track specific business value metrics and Key Results to ensure the product delivers tangible operational impact for end-users. Conduct regular Return on Investment (ROI) assessments, balancing the realized business value against the total cost of ownership. In partnership with the Contract Manager, oversee the product's financial health: forecast and track operational costs (licensing, infrastructure, resources, support contracts…) and align with procurement procedures. Evaluate "Buy vs. Build" scenarios to ensure cost-effective delivery of capabilities. DUTY 5: AI & Innovation Readiness Identify high-value opportunities to integrate AI and Machine Learning features (e.g., predictive analytics, nat