5 to 10 years of progressively responsible IT experience, with sensitivity and commitment to business problem solving
Five years of successfully managing complex and risky projects
Five or more years of BU or BU-facing experience, with sensitivity and commitment to business problem solving
Experience in leading diverse teams
Experience and ability in using “soft skills” or “people skills”
Skills
Essential:
Distinctive blend of business, IT, financial and communication skills. This blend is vital because this is a highly visible position with substantial impact.
Ability to adapt to new circumstances in a changing business environment.
Good understanding of current and emerging technologies, and of how other enterprises are using them to drive digital business.
Ability to support a tactical resource plan by mapping future demand to forecast project completions in the project portfolio.
Desirable:
Management of Personnel Resources
Reading Comprehension
Knowledge of project management methodology and experience or familiarity with major, defined program management approaches (for example, that of the Project Management Institute or PRINCE2 and agile approaches).
Significant knowledge of project planning/scheduling tools (for example, Microsoft Project and Open Workbench), with a solid track record of practical application.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; expertise in setting and managing customer expectations.
Effective influencing and negotiating skills in an environment in which this role may not directly control resources.
Strong knowledge and understanding of business needs, with the ability to establish and maintain a high level of customer trust and confidence.