The PMO Manager will lead the Project Management Office (PMO) in our clients banking environment, ensuring effective project governance, alignment with strategic objectives, and delivery of high-quality projects. This role requires a strong understanding of banking operations, project management methodologies, and stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
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Leadership & Strategy: Develop and implement the PMO strategy, ensuring alignment with the bank’s overall business objectives and strategic goals.
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Project Governance: Establish and maintain project management frameworks, standards, and best practices to ensure consistency and quality across all projects.
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Portfolio Management: Oversee the project portfolio, prioritizing initiatives based on strategic impact, resource availability, and risk assessment.
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Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with senior management, department heads, and project teams to ensure clear communication, alignment of expectations, and successful project outcomes.
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Performance Monitoring: Track project performance using key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics, providing regular reports to senior leadership on progress, challenges, and risks.
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Risk Management: Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project delivery.
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Resource Allocation: Manage resources effectively, ensuring that project teams have the necessary skills and support to meet project goals.
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Training & Development: Provide training and mentoring to project managers and team members on project management methodologies and tools.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Project Management, or a related field. Master’s degree or PMP certification is preferred.
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Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management within the banking or financial services sector.
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Strong understanding of banking operations, regulatory requirements, and compliance standards.
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Proven experience in leading project teams, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and driving change within an organization.
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Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
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Proficient in project management tools and software (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, etc.).
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.