Yvonne Carvalho
About Yvonne Carvalho
Yvonne Carvalho is the Director of PMO at CIBC, with a strong focus on improving project delivery capabilities and overseeing regulatory reviews and internal audits.
Current Role at CIBC
Yvonne Carvalho has been serving as the Director of the Project Management Office (PMO) at CIBC since 2014 in the Toronto, Canada area. She focuses on improving the consistency, predictability, and efficiency of project delivery capabilities within the Project Delivery Team. Her responsibilities include overseeing the development of key prudential regulatory reviews and internal audit assessments related to Controls & Governance aligned with Finance Shared Services projects.
Previous Roles at CIBC
Before assuming her current position, Yvonne Carvalho held various roles at CIBC, including Director of Management Accounting Governance (LETTP/MAG) from 2012 to 2014 and Senior Financial Analyst from 2004 to 2012. Her tenure at CIBC spans a range of functions, providing her with extensive experience in financial analysis and management accounting.
Educational Background
Yvonne Carvalho achieved her Master of Science degree from the University of Mumbai, where she studied from 1975 to 1982. This academic background has equipped her with a strong foundation in science and analytical skills, which she has effectively utilized throughout her professional career.
Project Management and Governance
In her role as Director, PMO at CIBC, Yvonne Carvalho manages the development and maintenance of project management policies and procedures compliant with the CIBC Enterprise Delivery Framework. She implements changes to governance processes to enhance strategic oversight and senior management engagement. Her responsibilities also include ensuring that operational issues of the PMO are managed, focusing on the interface with project managers, project teams, and technology.
Leadership and Best Practices
Yvonne Carvalho provides leadership in best practices that align with customer and management expectations. Her role involves guiding the Project Delivery Team in adopting practices designed to improve overall project efficiency and effectiveness. Her leadership contributes significantly to the strategic goals and operational excellence of the PMO.