Project Manager

Role Description

Department

The Digital Transformation team is part of IT Services. We deliver business change via the implementation of digital technologies. Our priorities and programmes of work are governed by the Integrated Infrastructure Board, directly managed by the Digital Transformation Board and the Modernising IT Infrastructure Board.

About the role

To provide expert project management to a high-profile, strategic, digital and business change programme. The HR and Finance Transformation Programme is a complex and fast-paced, consisting of multiple workstreams and projects that together will deliver a significant transformation of key services - including the implementation of a new ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system and changes to the HR and Finance service delivery models. 

You will manage packages of work across one (possibly two) workstreams, from  planning, change control, risk management, oversight of financials and adhering to governance controls , to ensure all technical and business change components are executed seamlessly. By effectively managing relationships with project sponsors, system owners, external partners and the wider programme team, you will guarantee that projects meet their financial and operational targets while delivering sustainable value to the University.

Skills, Experience & Qualification needed

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Project management experience in a technical, customer-focused environment.
• Experience in operating at a strategic level and interacting effectively with specialists and decision-makers.
• Ability to work  both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Proven success in initiating and leading change.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Flexibility to adapt to the changing needs of the role. 
• Strong communication skills, able to engage and influence others at all levels.
• Collaborative, hands-on approach and willingness to be involved and active at all levels.

It would be ideal if you hold a professional qualification in IT project management (such as  PRINCE2 or APMQ).

Interview date: 24th and 25th November (in person)

For informal enquiries: please contact Laura Hallett on laura.a.hallett@york.ac.uk.

The University strives to be diverse and inclusive  – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.

We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University. 

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