IT project manager
Remote, Hybrid
IT Project Manager Job description
Greenpeace International is looking for an IT Project Manager to provide the direction, vision, understanding and motivation to deliver multiple IT-related projects successfully and sustainably across the organisation.
As a Project Manager within the Greenpeace International (GPI) Information Technology Unit, you will report to the Head of Projects and Applications. This IT Project Manager role is meant to plan, implement and finalise projects across GPI and our National & Regional Organisations (NROs) within the defined scope, quality, time and budget. The IT project manager will be expected to supervise all aspects of a project and to assume responsibility for the coordination and completion of several projects at the same time.
In this IT Project Manager role you will:
- Define, with the Project Owner, the goals, scope, deliverables, constraints, acceptance criteria and project structure, and ensure stakeholder understanding and all appropriate processes/reporting structures are in place.
- Ensure realistic resourcing, budget and time planning, and gain commitment from internal/external resources.
- Manage all stakeholder expectations, and define and delegate responsibilities to appropriate team members.
- Manage IT projects of various sizes to a successful completion in terms of agreed time, costs and quality.
- Minimise risk and exposure – identify, log, analyse and manage potential/actual issues and risks, take corrective action, and review how they might impact scope, schedule, quality and cost.
- Ensure that completed projects are delivered with comprehensive documentation and support.
- Contribute towards and work according to relevant GPI project methodologies, processes and standards, ensuring that all project team members understand and follow these.
- Play a part in the ongoing development and success of the IT Project Management Team.
IT Project Manager Job requirements
What we’re looking for:
Remember no one has every skill or experience needed for this IT Project Manager role and you’ll have the opportunity to learn a lot from the team. We believe someone who has a few of these is well suited to exceed in this role:
- Bachelors or masters level of thinking.
- Ability to demonstrate a substantial level (minimum of 5 years) of work experience in a similar or relevant role.
- A proven track record of managing and delivering successful projects, preferably in an international environment, of varying sizes.
- Sufficient understanding of IT systems, software development, cybersecurity, and/or cloud computing
- Strong grasp of various business areas to deliver projects on varying topics of varying sizes.
- Certification in PMI or Prince2 is required, certification in Scrum is preferred.
- Experience with vendor selection and contract negotiation is preferred.
- Experience with and certification in organisational change management is preferred.
- Previous experience of working in an international and culturally diverse environment.
- The flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances, focus on critical issues and make quick decisions.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Proficiency in English, both verbal and written, and preferably one other language.
- Support for and belief in Greenpeace’s core aims and values.
What you can expect:
The team you’ll work in consists of 5 IT Project Managers. While all working on their own projects, they feel it’s important to be closely connected, personally as well as professionally, to support and learn from each other. The Global IT Project Management team is part of the Tech Department, which has increasing Digital Maturity across the Greenpeace network as a priority. You’ll be encouraged to develop both personally and professionally, taking advantage of the wide range of learning and development opportunities available to our staff. Staff can also join global communities on several social activities, well-being topics, and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion.
About us:
Greenpeace is a global campaigning network. It comprises 25 independent national/regional organisations, and a coordinating organisation, Greenpeace International. Greenpeace uses peaceful, creative confrontation to expose global environmental problems, and develop solutions for a green and peaceful future.
To Apply
If you share our vision, please click ‘apply for this job’ below, to begin your application.
To apply for this role, we require you to answer a selection of key criteria and upload your CV (in English) via our online application form.
Addressing the key criteria is an important part of your application. We will be looking for evidence that demonstrates your skills and experience in these areas. Use examples where possible, to draw attention to experience, knowledge, achievements and skills gained in past employment or voluntary/leisure activities, provided they are relevant to the post.
At GPI, we understand the benefits of using open AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT), however for the purpose of this application we prefer to see answers that were tailored by candidates themselves, without relying too much on these tools, so we can get a good impression on your thinking.
It’s advisable to prepare your responses to the key criteria before starting your online application, as you are unable to save and return to it at a later date.
If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please email us at recruitment.int@greenpeace.org. Please note that all applications have to be filled out via the website and can’t be submitted via this email.
Greenpeace International is an equal opportunity employer with a longstanding commitment of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual. We recognise and value the benefits and strengths that diversity brings to our employees and the whole organisation and we thrive in an environment that encourages respect and trust.
CLOSING DATE: Thursday 4th April 2024, 23:59 (CEST)
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