Project Manager

Overview

On Site
$50 - $55
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 month(s)
No Travel Required

Skills

Project Manager

Job Details

Job Description:

Responsibilities:
  • Provide end-to-end management of the citizen identity management solution implementation.
  • Develop project plans, define clear milestones, and coordinate cross-functional teams including IT, legal, operations, and external vendors.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders ranging from government entities and technical teams to vendor partners.
  • Facilitate workshops, gather requirements, manage expectations, and communicate project status, risks, and dependencies.
  • Identify, assess, and proactively mitigate project risks.
  • Establish contingency plans and respond swiftly to project roadblocks, ensuring the project remains on schedule and within scope.
  • Establish and enforce quality standards for all deliverables.
  • Oversee testing phases, manage issue tracking, and coordinate user acceptance testing to guarantee system reliability, data integrity, and user satisfaction.
  • Ensure that the identity management solution is compliant with all relevant data privacy, security, and government regulations.
  • Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to conduct risk assessments and ensure ongoing compliance post-implementation.
  • Design and implement change management strategies to promote user adoption and minimize resistance.
  • Oversee the development of communication materials, training sessions, and end-user support structures.
  • Maintain detailed project documentation, prepare progress reports for executive leadership, and document lessons learned for continuous improvement.
Required Qualifications:
  • Minimum 5 years of experience managing complex IT/digital transformation projects, ideally within government, public sector, or large enterprise environments.
  • Demonstrable experience with identity management, authentication technologies, access management, or civic technology solutions is highly desirable.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage third-party vendors and consultants.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to tailor information to technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP), PRINCE2, or similar certification preferred.
  • Experience with Agile, Scrum, or similar delivery methodologies is beneficial.
Desired Skills and Competencies:
  • Strategic Vision: Ability to connect project objectives with broader organizational goals and anticipate future needs.
  • Analytical Problem-Solving: Exceptional skills in breaking down complex issues, evaluating alternatives, and implementing practical solutions.
  • Adaptability: Comfortable navigating uncertainty and adjusting project plans to accommodate evolving requirements.
  • Leadership: Confident, positive leader who can inspire team members, resolve conflicts, and foster a culture of excellence and accountability.
  • Technical Curiosity: Eagerness to stay informed on innovations in digital identity, authentication, and government technology.
  • Results Orientation: Track record of delivering projects on time, within scope, and exceeding stakeholder expectations.
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