IT Project Manager
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Job Description
Project Governance:
Support Data Capture project execution through the IT Project delivery methodology / framework
so that the project is delivered with appropriate governance structures in place
Ensure the Project is scoped and initiated in collaboration with Internal Stakeholders and other
support functions
Coordinate and chair program and/or project steering committee meetings
Set up governance and communications strategies for the project
Ensure communication plans are in place
Monitor compliance with policies and standards.
Project Tracking & Monitoring:
Track project and provide project status reports on a regular basis to the Sponsors SteerCo IT
PMO and Project sponsors
Manage the risk issue and change resolution process and work with other leaders to take
corrective action as needed.
Oversee Project resources for the delivery of project on time within scope and on budget.
Project Delivery:
Chair all projectbased meetings including Project Kick off s and regular project team meetings
these include but not limited to daily stand up meetings
Create and maintain Project plan and workstream plans
Work with Business SPOC to ensure Business Requirement Document is in place and obtain
appropriate sign off on project documentation
Ensure all documentation is stored appropriately within the central project repository
Work closely with Business SPOCs during UAT
Use waterfall and agile principles (where agreed with PMO) to run the projects ensuring well
planned cut overs (where appropriate) and transition to BAU
Ensure regular review of project delivery performance. Contribute to improvement of systems
procedures and standards to improve capabilities assisting the Leadership team in continual
process quality and productivity improvement.
The Project Manager may be required to manage multiple projects at a time dependent on the
size and complexity of the initiative
Administration:
Updates to Head of IT PMO and IT PMO Analysts
SPOC for Delivery Partner/Vendor
Close engagement with Project stakeholders and Sponsor(s)
Coordination with external and internal entities
Ensure the compliance and availability of the team services
Requirements
Bachelor of Business or similar tertiary degree (desirable) or related IT degree.
Professional certification in Project Management PMP and/ or Prince 2 preferred
Required Experience:
Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in IT Project Management
Required JobSpecific Knowledge & Skills:
The candidate will possess:
8 years of Project and Program Management and delivery experience within the Technology
category
UAE experience
Proficient in Agile and Waterfall methods of project delivery
Experience in working effectively as part of a team experiencing organisational and process
change along with knowledge of organisational change management practices.
Advanced level knowledge of project and change management and associated methodologies
techniques processes and approaches (e.g. Project and Portfolio Management Methodology
PPM) Agile/Scrum)
Budget cost and profitability management skills
Experience in using resource management tools
Strategic Thinking: ability to juggle multiple goals and deadlines in the context of the big picture
Facilitation Negotiation & Problem Resolution Skills
Ability to build a strong network and relationships with stakeholders both internal and external
Empathetic customer centric approach
Have great problemsolving skills
Be able to observe and understand situations scenarios and problems
Ability to work in a multicultural team environment
Excellent written and spoken English communication skills are a must
Excellent problem solving troubleshooting and customer service skills
Experience in Documentation and version control
Employment Type
Full Time
