Associate Project Manager

At Uni Systems, we are working towards turning digital visions into reality. We are continuously growing and we are looking for a Associate Project Manager to join our UniQue team

What will you be doing in this role?

• Under the direction of the Principal and/or Senior Project Manager, the incumbent will take over Projects and/or be the co-PM who performs duties such as the following:
• The planning, implementation and management of assigned projects and tasks in accordance with the appropriate institution's regulations and project management policies and procedures
• Execute the necessary Management and Coordination functions essential to the successful delivery of capability and services
• Take responsibility for understanding client requirements, collecting data, delivering analysis and problem resolution
• Deliver projects within defined Scope, Time, Cost and Quality tolerances
• The identification, planning and allocation of resources to meet project milestones and/or initiate corrective actions when necessary
• Manage proactively the cash flow of projects and contribute to financial planning and reporting
• Coordinate teams and individuals (project team members)
• Lead meetings and conferences with team members, internal/external stakeholders and customers
• Ensure that realistic project plans are maintained and ensure regular and accurate communication to stakeholders
• Participate in other project management related activities
• Deputize for higher grade staff (Senior Project Manager)

What do you need to succeed in this position?

• Bachelor's degree from a nationally recognised university in a relevant discipline, plus a minimum of 3 years of related professional experience.
• Exceptionally, candidates without a university degree may qualify with at least 10 years of substantial, progressive experience directly relevant to the duties of the post.
• Recognised Project Management certification (e.g., PRINCE2 Practitioner, PMP). Equivalent expertise demonstrated through extensive professional experience may be accepted in lieu of formal certification.
• Recent and significant Project Management experience (minimum three years) within a large-scale IT organisation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to brief, influence, and collaborate effectively using tact and diplomacy.
• Demonstrated success leading project teams in complex technology, systems integration, or large-scale digital transformation projects.
• Experience with project management automation tools (e.g., ServiceNow) and collaborative work platforms.
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Visio and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of JIRA or similar issue-tracking and workflow tools.
• Familiarity with public-sector or institutional acquisition and procurement processes.
• An active security clearance of NATO Secret level at the time of application is mandatory.

At Uni Systems, we are providing equal employment opportunities and banning any form of discrimination on grounds of gender, religion, race, color, nationality, disability, social class, political beliefs, age, marital status, sexual orientation or any other characteristics. Take a look at our Diversity, Equality & Inclusion Policy for more information.