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Principal Project Manager (holding valid NATO Secret Clearance) - Deadline 01/06/26

  • On-site
    • Brussels, Brussels, Belgium

Job description

Duties

  • The planning, implementation and management of assigned projects in accordance with the appropriate NATO regulations and NCI Agency project management policies and procedures;

  • Development of procurement strategies, benefit and risk analyses, and business cases to secure sponsor acceptance and funding;

  • Execution of the necessary Quality Assurance functions essential to the successful delivery of capability and services;

  • Taking responsibility for understanding client requirements, collecting data, delivering analysis and problem resolution.

  • Delivering projects within defined Time, Cost and Quality tolerances;

  • The identification, planning and allocation of resources to meet project milestones and/or initiating corrective actions when necessary;

  • Supervising (directly or as part of a matrix environment) teams and individuals (project team members);

  • Ensuring that realistic project plans are maintained and regular and accurate communications are provided to stakeholders;

  • Participating in other project management related activities;

  • Undertaking relevant technical support activities;

  • Supporting other teams in PM-related activities, if required;

  • Performing other duties as may be required.

Requirement

  • A minimum requirement of a Bachelor's degree at a nationally recognised/certified University in a related discipline and 6 years post-related experience.

  • A recognised formal Project Management qualification, such as PRINCE 2 Practitioner / Project Management Professional (PMP). The lack of formal qualifications can be compensated by the demonstration of expertise and experience in the domain;

  • Recent extensive Project Management experience (at least three years) in a large scale IT organization involving high investments;

  • Experience in large digital transformation initiatives within the public sector or international organizations;

  • Knowledge and experience in modern approaches and technologies relevant to the work, e.g., Agile methodologies, change management, business process modelling, cloud computing, data science, cybersecurity, etc.;

  • Proven ability to communicate effectively orally, using tact and diplomacy, and in writing with good briefing skills;

  • Proven success as a project team manager/leader in NCIA or NATO;

  • ITIL Foundation Level certification;

  • Practical knowledge and experience in Project Management tooling and automation (e.g., Service Now, Enterprise Resource Planning and other collaboration tools);

  • Knowledge of NATO or national governmental acquisition policy and procurement procedures;

  • Prior experience of working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements;

  • Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization, including ACO and ACT.

Preferences

  • Practical knowledge and experience with Portfolio and Programme Management and associated best practices (e.g. MoP, MSP) would be beneficial;

Location : Brussels, Belgium

only candidates holding VALID NATO SECRET Clearance

Deadline : 01.06.26

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