Job Description Head of IM&T Portfolio - 00125010 § Applies knowledge, skills and training to deliver the information technology solutions required to allow the business to meet its strategic and tactical goals. § Has defined authority and accountability for actions and decisions within a significant area of work, including technical, financial and quality aspects. Establishes organisational objectives and assigns responsibilities. Leading the planning and delivery of the IM&T funded portfolio of programmes and projects. Significant elements of the role will be engaging with stakeholders from both UK and KSA.§ Leading the portfolio delivery team(s) in determining business requirements and translating requirements into deliverable projects, services and operational plans. § Determining, monitoring, and reviewing all portfolio planning with the preferred IT supplier(s) to include project schedule & budgetary costs, projected operational costs in service, staffing requirements, portfolio resources and programme risk. § Planning, directing and coordinating small to medium scale change programmes – planning, directing and coordinating the programmes’ projects and other activities, from initiation to benefit realisation, on behalf of senior management, to ensure optimum efficiency in the allocation of common resources and skills. § Management of change within the portfolio. Reassessing whether projects continue to meet business objectives and use budget efficiently, ensuring that each project is managed to realise intended business benefits. § Developing and managing relationships with BAE Systems in KSA stakeholders, proactively seeking to identify potential demand, assisting in the creation of the business case and ensuring regular communication. § Responsible for management and assurance of the portfolio delivery against agreed and documented requirements from the preferred IT supplier. § Has achieved proficiency in SFIA level 6 of the task of Project management or has gained experience (typically ten years) in a relevant business environment involved in the introduction and use of IT, including demonstrable success in managing multiple projects. § Has Project management qualifications APM PMP § for detail, strong planning, communication and presentation skills, and is proficient in project quality management. § Educated to bachelor degree level in science or engineering/ maths discipline or has significant industry experience (10+ years) with professional qualifications. § Has proven project management and leadership skills, and a good knowledge of business analysis, system development and IT service management.
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