IT PPM LEAD (IT PROJECT AND PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT LEAD) N003016
Listing reference: nwu_000990
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 18 November 2022
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: North West
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
DIVISION: DVC CAMPUS OPERATION
DEPARTMENT: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
POSITION NUMBER: N003016
VACANCY: IT PPM LEAD (IT PROJECT AND PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT LEAD)
PEROMNES GRADE: P9
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT
NOTE: ADVERT HAS BEEN AMENDED, AND THOSE WHO PREVIOUSLY APPLIED SHOULD THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL. THOSE WHO ARE STILL INTERESTED SHOULD RE-APPLY
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
· The IT PPM Lead is responsible for implementing and provisioning portfolio, programme and project support in the IT Department. To develop, implement and maintain programme and project management structures and tools that will enable effective management and delivery of change programmes and projects across the IT department.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
· Bachelor’s Degree (Three Years) or Advanced Diploma or NQF6 in Information Technology / Business Management
EXPERIENCE:
- 4 years’ extensive experience in preparing, managing and communicating project-related documentation for Project and Programme Boards and Committees
- 4 years’ experience in working within an IT Project environment:
- Sufficient level of technical background to accurately and objectively evaluate project risks and issues
- Ability to provide leadership to project leaders and collaborate with customers and develop strategies and solutions of high business value
RECOMMENDATION:
- Membership of Special Interest Groups or Similar
- 7 years’ experience in a university environment
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
· Knowledge and a good understanding of best practice frameworks, like: TOGAF, EPPM, Prince 2, PMBOK, Waterfall, Agile and Project and Portfolio Management Software (like MS Project)
· Strong analytical, planning and organisational skills with an ability to manage competing demands
· Solid understanding of and demonstrated experience in using tools: MS Projects, MS Visio, MS Excel, and other Office 365 Tools
· Excellent oral and written communication skills and experience interacting with both business and IT
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
· Have effective verbal, written, presentation and listening skills
· Have good customer service
· Have analytical and problem-solving skills
· Have interpersonal skills
· Ability to work at all levels of business
· Have Time Management Skills Have the ability to maintain strict confidentiality in performing duties
· Rigorous and organised attitude to work; flexible in a rapidly changing environment with the ability to multi-task on a continuous basis and think on your feet
· Adapt to diverse organisational environments
· Ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently
· Ability to work under pressure and maintain professionalism
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Portfolio, Programme and Project Management
2. Change Implementation
3. Business Administration
4. Reporting
5. Risk and compliance management
6. Quality assurance
7. Demand management
8. Stakeholder relationship management
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr Boeta Pretorius Tel: 018 299 4615
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr Rabs Diratsage Tel: 018 299 4797
CLOSING DATE: 18 NOVEMBER 2022
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: ASOON AS POSSIBLE
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
