IT Project Management Office (PMO) Lead

SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking an experienced IT Project Management Office (PMO) Lead to oversee and manage complex IT programs, including large-scale projects that drive business success. The PMO Lead will be responsible for ensuring the timely and high-quality delivery of IT projects, balancing scope, budget, and functionality, while managing risks and contingencies. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic team in a strategic role within a fast-paced and evolving IT environment.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

• Portfolio Management: Establish, manage, and execute the IT portfolio in collaboration with key stakeholders. Align the portfolio with the IT and Business Unit (BU) strategy and ensure that strategic business objectives are met.
• Program Oversight: Manage all aspects of IT programs, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Track value contributions and objectives throughout the project lifecycle.
• Risk & Issue Management: Identify and mitigate risks within the IT program and portfolio. Ensure smooth project delivery, addressing any scope changes, critical paths, and resource allocation.
• Stakeholder Communication: Regularly communicate progress and status to stakeholders through weekly and monthly updates. Provide detailed feedback and support for effective decision-making.
• Financial Reporting: Collaborate to create integrated financial reports covering budgets, forecasting, and expenses, to ensure financial alignment with project goals.
• Leadership & Sponsorship: Provide active sponsorship and leadership for projects and programs, ensuring that they meet time, cost, and quality targets. Conduct evaluations to assess overall program success and areas for improvement.
• Project Assessment & Selection: Prioritize and approve projects, ensuring alignment with business strategies. Conduct feasibility studies and confirm decisions made by business units.

• Educational Qualifications: IT/Business-related Honours Degree (Essential/minimum).
• Certifications: Agile Practitioner Certification (Essential/minimum) and Project Management Professional (PMP) or alternative project management certifications.
• Experience: In-depth knowledge of IT project delivery and methodology, as well as IT infrastructure.
• Skills: Strong communication skills, with the ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.