Technology Project Management Office (PMO) Senior Associate

Oman Investment Authority

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JOB PURPOSE:

• Technology PMO Associate overseas and ensure the process of organizing and planning the realization of the whole strategic technology projects on time within budget and within scope. Heshe will oversee all aspects of projects, set deadlines, assign responsibilities, and monitor and summarize progress of project. Prepare reports for Technology management regarding the status of each project. Also, he she will work directly with clients to ensure deliverables fall within the applicable scope and budget and coordinate with other departments to ensure all aspects of each project are compatible and will hire new talent as needed to fulfill client needs.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

PMO Strategy and Governance:

• Develop and implement the Technology PMO strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• Establish project management standards, methodologies, and best practices to ensure consistency and quality across all projects.
• Create and maintain a project governance framework, including policies, procedures, and performance metrics.

Project Portfolio Management:

• Oversee the project portfolio to ensure alignment with business priorities and strategic goals.
• Manage the intake, evaluation, and prioritization of new project requests.
• Monitor and report on project portfolio performance, providing visibility to senior management.

Resource Management:

• Allocate resources effectively across projects, ensuring optimal utilization and balancing workload.
• Identify and address resource gaps, including skills development and recruitment needs.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure the availability of necessary resources.

Project Support and Oversight:

• Provide guidance and support to project managers, ensuring they have the tools and resources needed to succeed.
• Conduct regular project reviews and audits to ensure adherence to standards and identify areas for improvement.
• Resolve project issues and escalate risks as needed to ensure project success.

Training and Development:

• Develop and deliver training programs for project managers and team members to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and learning within the PMO and across project teams.

Stakeholder Management:

• Engage with stakeholders at all levels to ensure their needs and expectations are met.
• Communicate project status, issues, and risks to stakeholders in a clear and timely manner.
• Facilitate collaboration and alignment between IT and business units.

Project Reporting:

• Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals.
• Prepare project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.

Continuous Improvement:

• Continuously assess and improve PMO processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in project management.

COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal:

• ASYAD Corporate Units
• ASYAD Business Units
• ASYAD Technology Unit Departments

External:

• Private sector companies
• Other related stakeholders
• Local and Global Digital Innovation Factories
• IT vendors