World Vision International Recruits IT Project Manager II

World Vision International has Information & Technology (IT) jobs in Ghana to hire IT Project Manager II. We are a Christian Relief, Development and Advocacy organisation dedicated to working with children, families and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tacking the causes of poverty and injustice. JOB SUMMARY Company: World Vision Ghana Industry: NGO Category: Information Technology Location: Accra Job Status: Full-time Salary: GH¢  Education: -:- Experience: 3 years Job Expires: 16 Apr, 2013 Job Description World Vision is looking for a highly qualified, proactive, motivated and resourceful person to fill the position above. Reports to: Service Delivery Manager Purpose of position: Work independently or in project teams and have the experience and skills required to manage projects. Under general direction of the Business Services Manager, oversees multiple projects. Manage all aspects of a project including clients, business partners and vendor relations, managing project deliverables, budget, business partners and vendor relations, managing project deliverables, budget, managing/working with a project team to provide business solutions and ensure adherence to quality standards. Responsible for leading and delivering Information and Communication Technology projects that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of different functions within the World Vision Partnership Operations ensuring customers' objectives are met. Also, Interacts with Engagement Team, Regional and National Office staff at all levels in support of efficient utilisation and management of information systems. Major Responsibilities: Responsible for managing and leading multiple projects. Act as liaison between assigned Lines of Ministry (LOM) and Global ICT (GICT), building a rapport and relationship with LOM staff. Consult with and advise LOM management on their information technology and computing plans, including budget cycle consultation for future ICT projects. Assist in the identification and definition of ICT projects. Co-ordinate among all GICT projects for the assigned LOM. Interface with stakeholders, business owners, and project team to execute the project activities and ensure communications with stakeholders and senior management regarding the status of projects Evaluate the feasibility of new products and services. Access and analyse organisational impact of new initiatives on existing information systems and recommend appropriate corrections and adjustments. Help and encourage business analysts to develop the skills and knowledge they apply to project activities Required Skills or Experience Jobs Specification: 3-5 years experience in ICT service management including the following analysis and project management experience. 3-5 years of Business or Technical Analysis experience. 1-2 years of Project Management experience overseeing small to medium projects or phases of larger projects. Strong, clear, concise and tactful communication and interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of staff and management. Ability to negotiate consensus among diverse groups and influence and impact the activities of others not in your own reporting structure. Ability to effectively present complex technical concepts to diverse groups of people and users in various settings and by various means (verbal and written). Must have service orientation with ability to lead teams, to organise, prioritise and delegate tasks while transferring knowledge and expertise. Ability to work under pressure and on multiple tasks and project concurrently. Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills and be able to work effectively with a diverse team of information technology professionals. Requires project management planning tools experience (e.g. Microsoft Project). Knowledge of Lotus Notes/Domino environment preferred. Must be willing to travel extensively within the West Africa sub-region. Must be fluent in both oral and written English. Fluency in written and spoken French will be an added advantage. How To Apply Interested applicants with the above criteria should send application letters and CV quoting only the job title as the subject to:recruitment@wvi.org  NB: As a Child focused organisation, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ people whose background is not suitable for working with children. All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible. Search for Other Jobs Here