Senior Analyst, Pmo

1 month ago

United Arab Emirates DAMAC Properties Full time
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Job Purpose: As the Senior Analyst PMO within the Transformation Office (TO), you will be a key enabler to successful planning, monitoring & reporting of projects and programs portfolio in a consistent manner. You will be working closely with Project and Program Managers from various functional teams/ verticals to institutionalize the TO Portfolio/Program/Project Management framework, standards, and methodologies that facilitate efficient delivery from demand to go-live and continuous improvement. The PMO will be accountable for timely and accurate progress reporting while also proactively identifying and flagging emerging portfolio/program/project risks and issues for executive management attention so that timely corrective action can be taken. Key Responsibility: Develop and institutionalize the Portfolio/Program/Project Management framework across the Transformation Office project portfolio. Define and communicate the role of the Transformation Office PMO within the organization, emphasizing its value in driving successful project outcomes. Establish Portfolio/Program/Project management standards, processes, and methodologies and tool to ensure consistent and effective project execution. Define and implement governance structures, roles, responsibilities, and decision-making frameworks. Collaborate with senior leadership to prioritize and select projects that align with the organization\'s strategic vision and deliver measurable value. Manage the project portfolio, overseeing project intake, prioritization, and resource allocation. Support project managers in creating detailed project plans, defining scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resources. Monitor project execution, track milestones, budgets, and risks, and ensure alignment with project objectives. Develop and maintain project performance metrics, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms to provide stakeholders with accurate and timely project updates. Analyse project data to identify trends, areas of improvement, and best practices. Facilitate clear and transparent communication among project teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership, ensuring alignment, managing expectations, and addressing challenges. Collaborate with resource managers to allocate and manage resources effectively across projects, ensuring optimal resource utilization. Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, developing mitigation strategies to minimize potential negative impacts on project outcomes. Drive continuous improvement efforts within the PMO and across projects, identifying opportunities to enhance project management practices, tools, and methodologies. Qualifications & Experience:

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor\'s degree in Business, Project Management, or a related field; Master\'s degree preferred. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent is highly desirable. Proficiency in portfolio/program/ project management and reporting software and tools e.g. Power BI, etc. Experience: At least 3-5 years of experience in a Project Management Office (PMO) function, including establishing frameworks, methodologies, and governance structures. Project Management Expertise: Proven track record of successfully planning, executing, and delivering a variety of projects, preferably within transformational initiatives. Transformational Experience: Substantial experience in leading and contributing to organizational transformation efforts, showcasing the ability to drive change and achieve desired outcomes. Project Portfolio Management: Demonstrated capability in managing project portfolios, including prioritization, resource allocation, and alignment with strategic objectives. Project Management Methodologies: Proficiency in various project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, etc.), with the ability to select and tailor methodologies based on project requirements. Strategic Alignment: Experience aligning project portfolios with the organization\'s strategic goals, ensuring projects deliver value and drive business outcomes. Stakeholder Engagement: Strong communication skills and the ability to engage with stakeholders at various levels, manage expectations, and facilitate effective communication. Risk Management: Experience in identifying and managing project risks and issues, with the ability to implement mitigation strategies and drive solutions. Change Management: Proficiency in change management principles and practices, enabling successful adoption of new processes, technologies, and ways of working. Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Proficiency in analysing project data, deriving insights, and making data-driven decisions to optimize project performance. Collaboration and Relationship Building: Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, build strong relationships, and influence stakeholders.

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