Senior Project Manager

Essential Qualifications/Experience:

·       Bachelor's degree at a nationally recognised/certified University in a related discipline and 3 years post-related experience

·       A recognised formal Project Management qualification, such as PRINCE 2 Practitioner / Project Management Professional (PMP). The lack of formal qualifications can be compensated by the demonstration of expertise and experience in the domain

·       Recent extensive Project Management experience (at least three years) in a large scale IT organization

·       Knowledge and experience in state-of-the-art technologies, relevant to the work, i.e, software development platforms, Business Intelligence toolsets (e.g., PowerBI)

·       Proven ability to communicate effectively orally, using tact and diplomacy, and in writing with good briefing skills

·       Proven success as a project team manager/leader in NCIA or NATO

·       ITIL Foundation Level Certification

·       Practical knowledge and experience in Project Management automation (Service Now and Enterprise Resource Planning and other collaboration tools

·       Knowledge of NATO or national governmental acquisition policy and procurement procedures

·       Prior experience of working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements

·       Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization, including ACO and ACT

DUTIES/ROLE:

·       The planning, implementation and management of assigned projects and in accordance with the appropriate NATO regulations and NCI Agency project management policies and procedures

·       Development of procurement strategy, benefit risk analyses, business case to secure sponsor acceptance and funding

·       Execute the necessary Quality Assurance functions essential to the successful delivery of capability and services

·       Take responsibility for understanding client requirements, collecting data, delivering analysis and problem resolution

·       Deliver projects within defined Time, Cost and Quality tolerances; - The identification, planning and allocation of resources to meet project milestones and/or initiate corrective actions when necessary

·       Supervise (directly or part of a Matrix environment) teams and individuals (project team members)

·       Ensure that realistic project plans are maintained and ensure regular and accurate communication to stakeholders

·       Participate in other project management related activities

·       Undertake relevant technical support activities

·       Deputize for higher grade staff

·       Support other teams in PM related activities, if required

·       Performs other duties as may be required