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ABOUT THE ROLE Role Description: The Sr Associate Project Manager is responsible for overseeing a portfolio of projects and/or programs to ensure that they align with the organization's strategic objectives and deliver maximum value and outcomes. This individual works closely across teams to lead and deliver program and project management services through all phases of the Project Management Lifecycle (PMLC), which include initiation, planning, development, execution, control, and rollout. This individual is responsible for successful delivery, cost management, resource management, and risk management to drive business outcomes that provide exceptional value to users. This role involves leading and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to plan, developing and implementing change management strategies and plans that maximize user adoption and minimizes resistance. Roles & Responsibilities: Define project / program scope, goals, and deliverables that support business goals and objectives in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders Lead the project team in executing the project plan, monitoring progress, and making adjustments as needed Deliver successfully against project schedule, scope, and financial commitments Maintain budgetary responsibility of the project(s) (e.g., develop and issue RFPs for vendor selection) Implementation of cost saving measures based on planning and efficiency Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies Ensure that project deliverables meet quality standards, business requirements, and intended outcomes Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including plans, reports, and post-project evaluations Coordinate resources across projects, managing dependencies and resolving conflicts Track ongoing program performance throughout using appropriate tools and techniques, ensuring that the program delivers the expected benefits Basic Qualifications and Experience: Masters degree and 1 to 3 years of Information Security or IT OR Bachelors degree and 3 to 5 years of Information Security or IT OR Diploma and 7 to 9 years of Information Security or IT experience Functional Skills: Must-Have Skills: Proven track record of delivering high impact projects that meet and exceed the project objectives and success measures Extensive knowledge of program and project management methodologies Cost & Budget management with detailed financial tracking experience of projects and/or programs with ongoing status reporting to stakeholders Experience with Agile delivery Product team participation and experience Good-to-Have Skills: Proficiency with program management software and tools Proven ability to execute and deliver on a complex portfolio of projects and programs Experience with delivering successful organizational change initiatives and transformations Experience delivering GxP projects in the life sciences space and successfully taking through the required qualification processes (e.g., IQ, OQ, PQ, etc.) Professional Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification (preferred) Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP) or equivalent (preferred) Soft Skills: Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills Excellent leadership and strategic thinking abilities Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams High degree of initiative and self-motivation Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully Team-oriented, with a focus on achieving team goals Strong presentation and public speaking skills Ability to deal with ambiguity and think on their feet Ability to influence and drive to an intended outcome Ability to hold team members accountable to commitments Shift Information: This position requires you to work a later shift and may be assigned a second or third shift schedule. Candidates must be willing and able to work during evening or night shifts, as required based on business requirements.
