NCDIT - Program Manager - Expert
NCDIT - Program Manager - Expert
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Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and resultsdriven Program Manager to lead our IT Application Rationalization Program on a contractual basis. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the assessment consolidation and optimization of the states application portfolio. This role involves collaborating with IT and business stakeholders to reduce redundancy lower costs and improve operational efficiency by identifying opportunities for application consolidation retirement modernization and/or contract restructuring. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent leadership stakeholder management and technical expertise.
Key Responsibilities:
Program Leadership:
Develop and manage the roadmap for the IT Application Rationalization Program.
Define program objectives scope deliverables and success metrics in collaboration with key stakeholders.
Lead crossfunctional teams to ensure project milestones are achieved on time and within budget.
Stakeholder Management:
Partner with business and IT leaders to understand organizational goals and application usage.
Facilitate workshops and meetings with stakeholders to gather requirements and insights
Provide regular program updates to executive leadership ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
Application Portfolio Analysis:
Oversee the inventory and assessment of the current application portfolio evaluating functionality usage and costs (i.e. business/technical fit assessments).
Identify redundant outdated or underutilized applications and recommend decommissioning or consolidation strategies.
Collaborate with IT teams to prioritize applications for modernization or replacement.
Risk and Issue Management:
Proactively identify and address risks issues and dependencies affecting the program.
Develop mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions.
Reporting and Metrics:
Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of the rationalization program.
Create detailed status reports dashboards and presentations for stakeholders.
Qualifications:
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in program or project management with at least 3 years leading IT application rationalization initiatives or similar projects.
Proven experience managing largescale IT transformation or modernization programs.
Technical Expertise:
Strong understanding of IT systems application lifecycle management and enterprise architecture.
Familiarity with tools and methodologies for application assessment portfolio management and rationalization.
Skills:
Exceptional organizational leadership and communication skills.
Proficient in project management tools (e.g. Microsoft Project Jira or equivalent).
Employment Type
Full Time
