Project Manager
Singapore University of Social Sciences
- Singapore
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead market research and feasibility study
- Plan the project
- Procure the solution
- Project manage the implementation
- Facilitate transition to post-live support in order to ensure successful IT systems adoption at Business Departments to meet business objectives.
- Provide on-going maintenance, upgrade and support of the business application systems
- Manage service delivery of vendors
- Support operation of the Business Departments (e.g. student application and admission process) in order to facilitate smooth and efficient running of the university processes and activities.
- Identify areas of improvement
- Gather, prioritize and document business requirements
- Estimate and negotiate man-effort with vendors
- Lead/oversee the enhancements of business application systems
- Manage quality of deliverables and performance of vendors in order to ensure timely delivery of enhancements required to support business operational needs.
- Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent
- Certification in PMP or CITPM will be an added advantage.
- At least 8 years in IT industry, inclusive of 3+ years in a technical role, and 3+ years' experience in project management
- Experience in managing projects with a budget of over $100k.
- Strong business process, analytical, systems and design thinking skills.
- Ability to assimilate information quickly, and communicate complex requirements and issues clearly and concisely. The ability to understand the business questions that users are trying to answer is essential.
- Good oral and written communication skills with the ability to interact and communicate effectively with all levels of management, end users and vendors.
- Must be a self-starter and able to work independently with minimum supervision.
- Must be a good team player, proactive in nature, fast learner, highly organised and positive attitude.
- Experience in Higher Education industry especially Student Application and Admission is a bonus.
- Good grasp of IT technologies, methodologies, architectures, and best practices.
- Knowledge and experience of SDLC, RDBMS and SQL.
- Appreciation of cybersecurity best practices.
- Competitive Pay Package
- Hybrid Work Arrangement (Subject to Job Role)
- Medical Benefits
- Flex Benefits
- Family Care Leaves
- Volunteer Service Leaves
- Wellness & Recreation Activities
- Lifelong Learning Opportunities
- Career Development Opportunities through Internal Job Postings and Transfers