Typically requires 3-5 years of experience in complex, technical program / project management to develop the competence required to meet the skills and responsibilities of the position;
Candidates / incumbents should possess the following:
- Extensive knowledge of and competency in project management methodology and processes;
- knowledge and experience with business excellence methodologies and processes;
- strong decision-making and problem-solving skills; demonstrated good judgment;
- ability to be creative in achieving objectives while assuring compliance to internal and external requirements;
- ability to utilize commonly accepted project management tools to assist in the development of and adherence to a schedule;
- ability or aptitude to work on problems that are complex in scope where analysis of situations or data involves multiple competing factors;
- ability to form and develop interpersonal, professional relationships; display socially and professionally appropriate behavior;
- ability to work independently and in groups; ability to work cross-functionally and in a matrixed environment;
- ability and aptitude to use various types of databases and computer software;
- ability to prioritize their work tasks;
- ability to communicate effectively with strong written, oral, and presentation skills.
Core Job Responsibilities:
- Responsible to design, develop, communicate, and execute detailed project plans to achieve overall program goals;
- Monitor progress and performance against project plans and develop dashboards and reports to communicate progress
- Proactively identify changes in project/program scope and propose appropriate measures to reassess and amend milestones, budget, and timeline.
- Lead, coordinate and/or participate on cross-functional team activities from Concept Phase through implementation;
- Conduct meetings including agenda, presentations, and minutes
- Monitor and present communications demonstrating progress against budget, metrics, and strategic objectives;
- Analyze complex problems including those related to project risks; identify their impact; establish probabilities;
- Responsible for completing documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with business and quality standards;
- Identify, lead, and manage continuous improvement projects, incorporating best practices in program management
- Recommend and implement PM strategies and enhancements to improve efficiency;
- Coach and mentor staff on program management skills and tools.
- Assist in idea and feedback capture and cataloging activities