Principal Project Manager

Principal Project Manager bij NCIM in Brussels, België.

Verantwoordelijkheden: Plan, implement and manage assigned projects in accordance with NATO regulations and NCI Agency project management policies and procedures. Develop procurement strategies, benefit and risk analyses, and business cases to secure sponsor acceptance and project funding. Perform Quality Assurance activities to support the successful delivery of projects, capabilities and services. Gather and analyse client requirements, collect relevant data, and provide effective problem resolution.

Deliver projects within agreed time, cost and quality tolerances. Identify, plan and allocate resources required to achieve project milestones and initiate corrective actions where necessary. Lead and supervise project teams and individual project team members, including within a matrix management environment. Maintain realistic and accurate project plans and provide regular, clear communication to stakeholders. Support portfolio, programme and other project-management activities as required.

Provide relevant technical support in relation to project delivery. Support other teams with project management activities when required. Perform other duties related to the successful delivery of assigned projects.

Vereisten: Bachelor's degree from a nationally recognised/certified university in a relevant discipline. Minimum 6 years of post-related professional experience. Recognised Project Management qualification, such as PRINCE2 Practitioner or PMP. Equivalent expertise and experience may compensate for the lack of formal certification. At least 3 years of recent, extensive Project Management experience within a large-scale IT organisation involving significant/high-value investments.

Proven experience delivering large-scale digital transformation initiatives, preferably within the public sector or international organisations. Knowledge and practical experience with modern approaches and technologies, including: Agile methodologies, Change management, Business process modelling, Cloud computing, Data science, Cybersecurity. Proven ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, including strong briefing, diplomacy and stakeholder-management skills.

Proven experience successfully managing or leading project teams within NCIA or NATO. ITIL Foundation Level certification. Practical experience with Project Management tooling and automation, such as ServiceNow, ERP systems and collaboration tools. Knowledge of Portfolio and Programme Management practices and frameworks such as MoP and MSP is advantageous. Knowledge of NATO or national governmental acquisition policies and procurement procedures.

Previous experience working in an international environment involving both military and civilian personnel. Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organisational structure, including ACO and ACT. NATO Secret security clearance is mandatory.