Deputy Manager
Temasek Polytechnic
Singapore

Responsibilities

• Oversee, manage and implement multiple IT projects with quality, within scope and that the projects meet IT governance and customer’s requirements, as well as ensure deliverables are on time and  conform to processes and standards
• Review the project lifecycle (initiate, plan, execute and complete), project schedules, quality plans, budgets and provide risk management plans
• Work with project sponsor to align the project plan to change management plan
• Manage issues arising out of scope definition, address the variance gaps and project management progress - integration of various components of the project including hardware, software installation, testing, business process review, redesign, application development, migration and data conversion etc
• Effectively engage the respective stakeholders in project decisions, execution and anticipating customers’ expectations
• Work with other project managers to ensure system design and implementation are aligned with other IT projects

Requirements

• Relevant background in Information Systems, Computer Science or equivalent
• At least 5 years IT project management experience
• Self-motivated with a positive “can-do” attitude, creative with excellent presentation, communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills including strong persuasive techniques
• Able to lead, develop and maintain respectful and trusting relationships
• Good problem solving and analytical skills
• Good verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Relevant industry certification(s) such as CITPM or PMP will be preferred