As a Strategic Portfolio Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing the corporate IT project portfolio management function. Your goal will be to ensure that the selected, prioritized, and executed projects deliver measurable business value.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement a robust portfolio governance framework in accordance with company standards.
* Prioritize projects based on their alignment with the corporate IT strategy and OKRs.
* Provide strategic recommendations on project approval, continuation, or termination.
Methodology and Standards
* Establish and maintain a consistent project management methodology across the organization.
* Define and enforce project management standards and best practices.
Portfolio Execution
* Ensure timely delivery of strategic projects managed by the team.
* Implement effective change request management to control scope, budget, and schedule.
Reporting and Analytics
* Develop and maintain a portfolio progress dashboard to track key performance indicators.
* Provide regular strategy-execution reports to stakeholders.
Benefits Management and Financial Control
* Identify, quantify, and validate project benefits.
* Maintain financial controls and forecasts to ensure transparency and accountability.
People Leadership and Community Enablement
* Lead and manage a team of project managers to achieve portfolio goals.
* Foster a community of practice for distributed project leads to share knowledge and best practices.
Tooling and Continuous Improvement
* Evaluate and recommend fit-for-purpose project management tooling.
* Drive continuous improvement of delivery practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Stakeholder Engagement
* Serve as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders to provide strategic guidance.
* Facilitate steering-committee decision-making with clear insights and recommendations.