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Program Manager

Program Manager

freelance.caWinnipeg, Canada
30+ days ago
Job description

Our Public Sector client is kicking off a multi year business and IT transformation program ( including S4HANA ) and has a requirement for a SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER with min 15 years experience and extensive Public Sector experience.

Start : Q1 2025 flexible start

End : 24 month contract, 2 phases 6 months / 18 months

Location : Winnipeg / Remote / Hybrid if local

Work Hrs : F / T 7.25 / day

Role Description

The Program Manager is responsible for providing strategic and operational guidance and direction with a coordinated approach to the management and performance of the program.

Responsibilities Develop an overall understanding of each project in the program

Oversee and coordinate dependencies across projects within the program.

Support planning related to program, project and resources

Ensure projects adhere to governance standards, policies, and practices within the PMO

Liase with stakeholders ensuring communications and reporting for projects within the program

Work with project managers to oversee the project lifecycle for all projects within the program

Provide direction and strategies to projects to ensure projects are delivered on time, budget, and scope

Track and report project statuses and KPIs to ensure accountability to project deliverables and performance.

Engage in vendor evaluation, selection, and contract negotiations

Contribute to PMO processes continuous improvement

SKILL REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS

The Resource must have the following minimum qualifications or experience :

Minimum of 15 years of experience managing Information Technology projects

Valid PMP Certification or Prince2 Practitioner certification.

Extensive knowledge and experience with project management methodologies

Experience with strategic planning

Experience leading and managing a project team within a provincial government setting

Understanding of provincial government processes, policies and procedures

Strong understanding of information technology, cyber security and its strategic application to business

Strong facilitation and negotiation skills

Strong analysis and problem resolution skills

Strong leadership, organization, and time management, and decision-making skills

Strong interpersonal, listening, and conflict resolution skills

Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation

Must have Work Authorization for Canada.