Magna - Project Management Officer - Agile/Waterfall

Key Responsibilities :

- PMO Governance & Frameworks

- Define, implement, and maintain project management standards, methodologies, and templates.

- Ensure compliance with organizational PMO processes and IT governance policies.

- Monitor adherence to project lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).

Project Portfolio Management (PPM) :

- Support portfolio planning, prioritization, and resource allocation.

- Track and report on portfolio performance, KPIs, risks, and dependencies.

- Facilitate portfolio review meetings and provide insights for decision-making.

Reporting & Analytics :

- Develop dashboards, scorecards, and reports for leadership on project progress, risks, and financials.

- Provide visibility into project health using tools like MS Project, JIRA, ServiceNow, or equivalent.

- Conduct variance analysis on schedules, budgets, and benefits realization.

Stakeholder Management :

- Partner with IT leadership, project managers, and business stakeholders to ensure project alignment.

- Act as a central point of communication for IT project governance.

- Support change management activities to drive adoption of PMO practices.

Continuous Improvement :

- Identify gaps in current processes and recommend enhancements.

- Provide training and coaching on project management best practices.

- Support audits, compliance checks, and process maturity assessments.

Qualifications :

Education & Experience :

- Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field.

- 5+ years of experience in IT project management or PMO functions.

- Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (PMBOK, PRINCE2, Agile, SAFe).

Skills & Competencies :

- Proficiency with project/portfolio management tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, Clarity, JIRA, or similar).

- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

- Strong communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management abilities.

- Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.

Preferred Certifications :

- PMP, PRINCE2, CSM, or SAFe certifications.

- ITIL Foundation or COBIT certification (a plus).