Project Manager

 Manage Software Implementation project activities across all project phases, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, control and closure.

 Effectively communicate and interact with client, projects teams, and stakeholders at all levels.

 Work collaboratively with the client, project development, and implementation teams, manage contract, and follow management directives during project execution

 Ability of hands-on execution and management of Project:

o Deployment strategies and plans o Schedules o Scope o Cost o Contract terms o Change requests o Resource planning o Risks and issues

o Communication and Status reports

 Tailor project management practices, implementation strategies and support processes to meet the needs of the client

 Create conducive working environment for the team.

 Follow AGILE Methodology, ensure project milestones are achieved and business requirements delivered timely.

 Make recommendations to management about schedules, prioritization and resource allocation with input from team members and stakeholders

 Identify risks and appropriate contingencies - execute if needed.

 Ensure project documents are complete, current and stored as per process.

 Conducts Lessons Learnt meetings and documents project benefits. Strategic

 Participates in planning and execution of strategies for transformation solution Implementation and system deployment. Financial

 Manages project budget and payment milestones as per contract

 Ensure Change Requests are raised and approved for any additional time and cost.

Communication

 Fluency in English and Arabic.

 Efficiently facilitating team and client meetings.

 Keeping the project team well aware of the changes.

 Provide regular and frequent updates to all project stakeholders pursuant to the communication plan.

 Communicate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders as required in relation to project deliverables, including expectations management, and presentations

 Ensure risks are mitigated and issues escalated or resolved in a timely fashion. Resources Management

 Ensure sufficient resources are allocated for project delivery.

 Assist with planning logistics and travel for on-site project resource.

 Ensure appropriate levels of proficiency across the team.

 Ensure company policies are followed.

 Addresses difficult staff situations directly, using discretion, providing HR advice and showing respect for the individual; escalate the case if necessary.

 Motivate and foster teamwork; help team members to deliver the project and achieve their career objectives.

Requirements

 B.E/B.Tech/MCA or degree in Business Administration, Management, Project Management, Computer Science or related field.

 Minimum 8 years of practical & professional experience in managing large IT projects for Applications implementation.

 PMI Institute Certification, PMP is a must.

 Proficient with MS Project, in-depth knowledge of TFS, JIRA

 Demonstrated experience in leading cross-functional project teams.

 Ability to adjust and set priorities to meet deadlines.

 Should be highly fluent in English and Arabic, should be able to address large audience during important presentations and kickoff meetings.

 Candidate should have a pleasing personality and a great attitude.

 Candidate should have handled govt. projects.

 Customs/Supply chain domain experience is an advantage.

Expectations from:

the Candidate for this role a. The applicant is expected to lead the project consisting of 50+ team members b.

The applicant will handle the implementation of a system, part of a program with government agencies in SCZ, New Cairo.