Programme Manager Change Transformation Prince 2 Job Details
City:
City
Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 per Year
Post Date: 12/01/2012
Job Description: Programme Manager North West Prince 2 IT and Business Change Programme Manager - Liverpool 1.1.1Overview The Programme Manager brings related projects together and manages their interdependencies. They are responsible for maintaining a strategic view over the set of projects, aligning and co-ordinating them within a programme of business change in support of specific business strategies. They provide the linkage that connects individual projects to a rapidly changing business environment and constantly evolving strategy. 1.1.2Outline of responsibilities 1.Responsible for the direction of a program of work, a program of interrelated projects or a very large project with major sub-projects. 2.Ensure benefits realisation of both the program of work and the individual projects 3.Ensure integration, coordination, timing and consistency of process across the program, including project management policies and guidelines for the overall program. 4.Ensure satisfactory liaison with the customer at all levels. Acts as the focal point for client relationship. 5.Ensure delivery of the program and/or multiple projects to time, cost and quality 6.Makes recommendations to meet strategic objectives. Alignment of IT and business strategies. 7.Responsible for managing teams of Project managers to provide QA, leadership, motivation and alignment with business objectives. 8.Maintain awareness of the external environment and be responsible for communications in support of the program. 9.Oversee selection and appointment and performance of services and resources to the sub-projects 10.Approve the major commitments on behalf of the performing organisation. Takes full responsibility for all technical decision-making within the scope of the specialisation and project responsibility for significant undertakings whether in development, service delivery or support areas. 11.Resolve resource conflicts 12.Facilitate regular reporting, reviews and audits 13.Ensure proper closure and archiving of program records 14.Is thoroughly familiar with the available tools, methods, procedures and/or equipment associated with the specialisation. Possesses adequate technical depth to make correct choices from alternatives in all these areas. 15.Possesses a clear understanding of the relationship of any specialised role in the context in which the work is carried out, paying particular attention to any safety-related aspects which may apply. More generally, this understanding applies to the employer's business, strategies and priorities and the needs of those who will use the end product of the work. 1.1.3Experience required Typically over 10 years of experience leading programmes or major projects of work. Possesses a broad knowledge of programme management, project management methodologies and trends in the current marketplace. Experience of working in large change programmes in a leadership role. Expertise in IT and Business organisation Stakeholder management life cycle design and management procurement processes Security Legal rights, duties and processes 1.1.4Business / Technical competencies emphasis 1.Strategic planning 2.Programme management 3.Group motivation and discipline 4.Imagination and diplomacy 5.Prince and Product Breakdown structures 6.Risk management techniques 7.Quality management systems 8.Project planning tools and techniques 9.Change control, configuration management systems 10.Financial management 11.Use of office IT applications and technology (e.g. MS Office, Video conferencing) 12.Quality Planning as part of the project 13.Bid Management - Understand what is to be delivered by when within time and costs 14.Cost Trackers - Provision of finance information in a timely fashion controlling expenditure and recognising when change controls need to be raised 1.1.5Management Competencies Leadership - Shows mature qualities of leadership in meeting targets of time, cost, quality and performance within programs and/or multiple projects of substantial value to employer. Communication - Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with subordinates, colleagues, clients and customers at all levels of seniority. Customer Focus - Identifies and understands the (internal and/or external) customer's needs and strives to provide a world-class service Networking - Works effectively to build contacts and relationships with individuals outside own area of specialisation in order to be able to access support and information when required Facilitating Change - Prioritises and delivers effectively in response to changing demands or where there are unclear, uncertain or complex tasks and situations Operational Decision Making - Selecting an operational course of action after developing alternatives, through the use of logical assumptions and information and that take into consideration resources, constraints, and organisational values Operational Thinking Secures relevant information and identifies key issues and relationships when assessing operational data. Is able to learn from experience and apply any newly acquired knowledge Service Delivery - Liaising with Service delivery and negotiating with delivery units to provide OLAs to underpin service, completion of handover checklists. Ensuring solution is sustainable and scaleable 1.1.6Role metrics Strategic plans, communication of business strategies to teams. The Programme Manager should sit on the program/project review panel Clear business case, measurable benefits identified. Maintains governance standards, processes and templates to sustain effective monitoring and control disciplines within the program Develops and maintains Management Information reporting systems and processes to effectively compile, utilise and interpret management information. Ensuring the following are established and managed: Project plans, financial plans, quality audits and testing. Plan and prioritise sub-projects to meet the overall program goals and objectives 1:1s and appraisals, team briefs/meetings, 360s for personnel Communication plans Awareness of and involvement in recruitment process, staff development & succession planning Demonstrated processes, documentation, authorities and appropriate contribution for logical decision making Includes programme/project plans, finance tracking and progress reporting Customer Satisfaction surveys, project closure documentation, lessons learned, archived files Demonstrated processes, documentation, authorities and appropriate contribution for logical decision making. 1.1.7Qualifications 1.Degree preferred or relevant experience 2.Professional project management qualifications preferred e.g. PRINCE2 3.ITIL Service Delivery foundation certificate preferred
Company Name: FT Select
Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 per Year
Post Date: 12/01/2012
Job Description: Programme Manager North West Prince 2 IT and Business Change Programme Manager - Liverpool 1.1.1Overview The Programme Manager brings related projects together and manages their interdependencies. They are responsible for maintaining a strategic view over the set of projects, aligning and co-ordinating them within a programme of business change in support of specific business strategies. They provide the linkage that connects individual projects to a rapidly changing business environment and constantly evolving strategy. 1.1.2Outline of responsibilities 1.Responsible for the direction of a program of work, a program of interrelated projects or a very large project with major sub-projects. 2.Ensure benefits realisation of both the program of work and the individual projects 3.Ensure integration, coordination, timing and consistency of process across the program, including project management policies and guidelines for the overall program. 4.Ensure satisfactory liaison with the customer at all levels. Acts as the focal point for client relationship. 5.Ensure delivery of the program and/or multiple projects to time, cost and quality 6.Makes recommendations to meet strategic objectives. Alignment of IT and business strategies. 7.Responsible for managing teams of Project managers to provide QA, leadership, motivation and alignment with business objectives. 8.Maintain awareness of the external environment and be responsible for communications in support of the program. 9.Oversee selection and appointment and performance of services and resources to the sub-projects 10.Approve the major commitments on behalf of the performing organisation. Takes full responsibility for all technical decision-making within the scope of the specialisation and project responsibility for significant undertakings whether in development, service delivery or support areas. 11.Resolve resource conflicts 12.Facilitate regular reporting, reviews and audits 13.Ensure proper closure and archiving of program records 14.Is thoroughly familiar with the available tools, methods, procedures and/or equipment associated with the specialisation. Possesses adequate technical depth to make correct choices from alternatives in all these areas. 15.Possesses a clear understanding of the relationship of any specialised role in the context in which the work is carried out, paying particular attention to any safety-related aspects which may apply. More generally, this understanding applies to the employer's business, strategies and priorities and the needs of those who will use the end product of the work. 1.1.3Experience required Typically over 10 years of experience leading programmes or major projects of work. Possesses a broad knowledge of programme management, project management methodologies and trends in the current marketplace. Experience of working in large change programmes in a leadership role. Expertise in IT and Business organisation Stakeholder management life cycle design and management procurement processes Security Legal rights, duties and processes 1.1.4Business / Technical competencies emphasis 1.Strategic planning 2.Programme management 3.Group motivation and discipline 4.Imagination and diplomacy 5.Prince and Product Breakdown structures 6.Risk management techniques 7.Quality management systems 8.Project planning tools and techniques 9.Change control, configuration management systems 10.Financial management 11.Use of office IT applications and technology (e.g. MS Office, Video conferencing) 12.Quality Planning as part of the project 13.Bid Management - Understand what is to be delivered by when within time and costs 14.Cost Trackers - Provision of finance information in a timely fashion controlling expenditure and recognising when change controls need to be raised 1.1.5Management Competencies Leadership - Shows mature qualities of leadership in meeting targets of time, cost, quality and performance within programs and/or multiple projects of substantial value to employer. Communication - Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with subordinates, colleagues, clients and customers at all levels of seniority. Customer Focus - Identifies and understands the (internal and/or external) customer's needs and strives to provide a world-class service Networking - Works effectively to build contacts and relationships with individuals outside own area of specialisation in order to be able to access support and information when required Facilitating Change - Prioritises and delivers effectively in response to changing demands or where there are unclear, uncertain or complex tasks and situations Operational Decision Making - Selecting an operational course of action after developing alternatives, through the use of logical assumptions and information and that take into consideration resources, constraints, and organisational values Operational Thinking Secures relevant information and identifies key issues and relationships when assessing operational data. Is able to learn from experience and apply any newly acquired knowledge Service Delivery - Liaising with Service delivery and negotiating with delivery units to provide OLAs to underpin service, completion of handover checklists. Ensuring solution is sustainable and scaleable 1.1.6Role metrics Strategic plans, communication of business strategies to teams. The Programme Manager should sit on the program/project review panel Clear business case, measurable benefits identified. Maintains governance standards, processes and templates to sustain effective monitoring and control disciplines within the program Develops and maintains Management Information reporting systems and processes to effectively compile, utilise and interpret management information. Ensuring the following are established and managed: Project plans, financial plans, quality audits and testing. Plan and prioritise sub-projects to meet the overall program goals and objectives 1:1s and appraisals, team briefs/meetings, 360s for personnel Communication plans Awareness of and involvement in recruitment process, staff development & succession planning Demonstrated processes, documentation, authorities and appropriate contribution for logical decision making Includes programme/project plans, finance tracking and progress reporting Customer Satisfaction surveys, project closure documentation, lessons learned, archived files Demonstrated processes, documentation, authorities and appropriate contribution for logical decision making. 1.1.7Qualifications 1.Degree preferred or relevant experience 2.Professional project management qualifications preferred e.g. PRINCE2 3.ITIL Service Delivery foundation certificate preferred
Company Name: FT Select
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