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Complete Description:

Seeking a certified Project Manager to lead the planning and/or implementation of the agency’s projects. The candidate will be responsible for developing, in conjunction with the Project Sponsor, a definition of the project.

1.The Project Manager then ensures that the project is delivered on time, to budget and to the required quality standard (within agreed specifications).

2.He/she ensures the project is effectively resourced and manages relationships with a wide range of groups (including all project contributors).

3.The Project Manager is also responsible for managing the work of consultants, allocating and utilizing resources in an efficient manner and maintaining a co-operative, motivated and successful team.

4.Manage project budget and resource allocation and facilitate the definition of service levels and customer requirements.

5.Interact regularly with existing or potential clients to determine their needs and to develop plans for improving delivery.

6.Advocate on behalf of clients and represent clients' needs as appropriate to senior management. Work cross-functionally to solve problems and implement changes.

7.Follow a defined, agreed upon project management methodology. Present oral and written reports defining plans, problems, and resolutions to appropriate levels of management

Skills

•Project Manager shall possess the PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

•Formal Experience Working as a Project Manager within a PMO

•Prior experience managing 3-4 projects simultaneously

•Business Analysis Prior experience completing BRDs

•Ability to oversee complex project portfolio(s) from initiation and planning to production.

•Ability to coordinate and manage a comprehensive resource management plan.

•Ability to define resources and schedule for project/program implementation.

•Ability to create strategies for risk mitigation and contingency planning.

•Ability to plan and schedule project(s) deliverables, goals, and milestones.

•Ability to direct and oversee project team and addresses conflicts within the group.

•Possess strong leadership and communication skills.

•Possess strong organizational, presentation, and customer service skills.

•Effectively communicate and interact with a diverse and geographically distributed customer base.

•Working knowledge of project management practices.

•Working knowledge of agile and test driven methods such as Scrum

Behavior Characteristics:

Candidate must be a proven leader who can motivate and guide others and work well in a team environment.

Skills:

Candidate will have to bring his own laptop. Vendor or client will not be providing it.