Project Portfolio Analyst for Change Management & Transformation

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Project Portfolio Analyst for Change Management & Transformation for a long-term consulting assignment with one of our premier Management Consulting clients. Please note - this is NOT an IT Project Manager - the need is for someone able to be a functional consultant for a team that handles strategic planning, transformation, and change management functions for a global operations team. You'll play a pivotal role in the development and management of our strategic planning and implementation process for major workstreams where your work will directly impact our organization's success. With a dynamic environment fueled by innovation and collaboration, this opportunity offers the perfect platform for passionate individuals to unleash their strategic and organizational prowess. Candidates must be able to take a consultative approach in engaging internal teams (Big 4 or comparable background is highly preferred). Will be working as part of a PMO-like operational team.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting Managers with functions such as strategic planning and implementation process, facilitating the development of quality outcomes.
• Achieve understanding of the implementation and management of the operating model (i.e., governance, tracking, performance measurement, talent and resourcing, development, etc.) for the same.
• Critical part of the role is to provide insight across the spectrum of work by connecting dots and raising or enabling the raising of substantive blockers. In doing so, you will provide information and insights to senior management for decision-making related to the portfolio, such as prioritization, resource allocation, and adjustments in strategy.
• Ensure that projects are on track, resources are allocated appropriately, and communication flows smoothly between project teams and leadership.
• Will manage a portfolio of our Solutions, providing clear communication to all channels.
• Working on multiple projects with varied solutions so will need to have strong project management skills.
• Be a personal contact point for senior solution leaders offering first level advisory services to these internal clients.
• Will need to know when something needs escalating, how to manage a variety of situations and be comfortable managing finance and budgets.

Required Skills :
Experience with any major tools for project management functions - MS Project, JIRA, etc
Candidates should be able to grasp things quickly, deal with ambiguity, and create structure.
Excellent problem solving, analytic, and project management skills - often working on several projects at the same time, that requires artful orchestration and prioritization and the ability to play different roles
A can-do attitude with a willingness to "roll up the sleeves"
Outstanding communication skills
Strong business acumen, data structuring, and quantitative reasoning

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.

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