Project Manager at Spektrum

Brussels, Brussels-Capital, Belgium -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Risk Management, Cyber Security, Command and Control Systems, Satellite Communications, Electronic Warfare, Information Management, Business Intelligence Toolsets, Contract Management, Requirements Definition, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Planning, Cost Management, Quality Management, Team Management, International Environment Experience, NATO Knowledge

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Spektrum have a wide range of exciting opportunities in several global locations. We are always looking to add great new talent to our team and look forward to hearing from you. Spektrum supports apex purchasers (NATO, UN, EU, and National Government and Defence) and their Tier 1 supplier ecosystem with a wide range of specialist services. We provide our clients with professional services, specialised aerospace and defence sales, delivery, and operational subject matter expertise. We are looking for personnel to join our team and support key client projects. Who we are supporting The NATO Communication and Information Agency (NCIA) is responsible for providing secure and effective communications and information technology (IT) services to NATO's member countries and its partners. The agency was established in 2012 and is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium. The NCIA provides a wide range of services, including: Cyber Security: The NCIA provides advanced cybersecurity solutions to protect NATO's communication networks and information systems against cyber threats. Command and Control Systems: The NCIA develops and maintains the systems used by NATO's military commanders to plan and execute operations. Satellite Communications: The NCIA provides satellite communications services to enable secure and reliable communications between NATO forces. Electronic Warfare: The NCIA provides electronic warfare services to support NATO's mission to detect, deny, and defeat threats to its communication networks. Information Management: The NCIA manages NATO's information technology infrastructure, including its databases, applications, and servers. Overall, the NCIA plays a critical role in ensuring the security and effectiveness of NATO's communication and information technology capabilities. The program Assistance and Advisory Service (AAS) The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency) is NATO’s principal C3 capability deliverer and CIS service provider. It provides, maintains and defends the NATO enterprise-wide information technology infrastructure to enable Allies to consult together under Article IV, and, when required, stand together in the face of attack under Article V. To provide these critical services, in the modern evolving dynamic environment the NCI Agency needs to build and maintain high performance-engaged workforce. The NCI Agency workforce strategically consists of three major categorise's: NATO International Civilians (NIC)'s, Military (Mil), and Interim Workforce Consultants (IWC)'s. The IWCs are a critical part of the overall NCI Agency workforce and make up approximately 15 percent of the total workforce. Role ID – C004517 Role Duties and Responsibilities Carries out risk management activities within a specific function, technical area or project of medium complexity. Identifies risks and vulnerabilities, assesses their impact and probability, develops mitigation strategies and reports to the business. Involves specialists and domain experts as necessary. Defines, documents and executes small projects or sub-projects. Works alone or with a small team actively participating in all phases of the project. Applies appropriate project management methods and tools. Identifies, assesses and manages risks effectively. Agrees project approach with stakeholders and prepares realistic project plans (including scope, schedule, quality, risk and communication plans). Tracks activities against the project schedule, managing stakeholder involvement as appropriate. Monitors costs, times, quality and resources used takes action where these exceed agreed tolerances. Defines and manages scoping, requirements definition and prioritisation activities for initiatives of medium size and complexity. Contributes to selecting the requirements approach. Facilitates input from stakeholders, provides constructive challenge and enables effective prioritisation of requirements. Establishes requirements base-lines, obtains formal agreement to requirements, and ensures traceability to source. Acts as a routine contact point between the organisation and suppliers concerning contract management. Supports the collection of contract performance data. Creates standard reports on contract performance. Deliver on time/cost and scope of Projects under his/her responsibility Contribute to other project activities in support of higher roles Project Managers (from project initiation to project closure). Take appropriate actions following Agency procedures and upper management decisions to successfully deliver projects. Adopt the project approach defined by his/her Projects Portfolio Manager following Agency processes. Develop Project Proposals based on Customer's requirements and agreements. Manage Project Team to deliver the project according to Customer's agreements. Provide regular accurate Project status reports Deputise for higher grade staff, if required Perform other duties as may be required. Essential Skills, Experience and Certifications Recent experience in Project management of C4ISR acquisition and / or development projects for a large organization. Experience in Project Management tools, managing cost and labour. A recognised formal Project Management qualification, such as PRINCE2 or PMP. The lack of formal qualifications can be compensated by the demonstration of expertise and experience in the domain Experience in managing projects within a large organization environment is highly desirable Experience with using Business Intelligence Toolsets Certification in Risk Management is highly desirable; (Management of Risk (MoR) or similar ) Prior experience of working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements; Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization, including ACO and ACT. Education A minimum requirement of a Bachelor's degree at a nationally recognised/certified University in an information systems, physics or electronics related scientific or engineering discipline, or other relevant scientific discipline, and 2 years post-related experience. Or exceptionally, the lack of a university degree may be compensated by the demonstration of a candidate's particular abilities or experience that is/are of interest to NCI Agency, that is, at least 6 years extensive and progressive expertise in duties related to the function of the post. Working Location Brussels, Belgium Working Policy 50% Onsite Travel Some travel to other NATO sites may be required Security Clearance Valid National or NATO Secret personal security clearance We never know what new opportunities might be just over the horizon. If this opportunity isn't for you please feel free to send us your resume anyway and be the first to know if something suitable for your skills and experience comes up.

Responsibilities

The Project Manager will carry out risk management activities, define and execute projects, and manage stakeholder involvement. They will also monitor project costs, quality, and resources to ensure successful delivery.