Head of Project Management Office (PMO)

Home > Head of Project Management Office (PMO) Department / Division: PMO / Project Management, Solutions and TechnologiesReporting to: Director of Project Mgmt, Solutions and TechnologiesStart Date: ASAPContract Type: CDIPurposeWorking closely with the Director of Project Mgmt, Solutions & Technologies, the Head of PMO contributes to defining, developing and implementing the strategy, which ensure:Consistent and efficient Project Management approach on each and all HBS projects (methodologies, process & tools, resources)Anticipation and steering capability of HBS in its multi-project environmentHe/she plays a key role in increasing HBS’s collective skills in Project Management based on proven and established methodologies, with a specific focus on all appointed PM-Resources.Main Activities / ResponsibilitiesCorporateLead the PMO Department as ‘Head of’ based in HBS’s office in FranceOwner of CERES Platform, which is the heart of HBS operational resources planning: in charge of the adequation of the platform with the needs of all stakeholders, from its set-up, configuration and use on projects up to the management of evolutions according to business needs.Owner of HBS Workforce Management Platforms (People Allocation, Activity App)Project ManagementMaintain and improve consistent & efficient Project Management processes & tools (HBS PM Canvas) in ligne with HBS industry requirementsSupport the identification, definition and specification of new Project Management processes and tools in close alignment with all HBS departments and projectsIdentify and grow PM-Team talents if the view to maintain a pool of PM resources to be allocated to projectsEnsure with its team:Consistency of Project Management approach on all HBS projects and by all active PM teamsEnsure the right deployment and usage of the “Project Tool Box” on projectsProvide visibility to all Directors / Heads Of on HBS Portfolio so they can actively and adequately steer their activity (anticipation, resource allocation, risks…)Support the identification and monitoring of projects / multi-project risksAnimate the Key Project Learning process to ensure all projects benefit from each project learningExperience in the event industry with a clear understanding of event constraints and requirements in regard of Project Management methodologies and tools (Planning and Operation phases)Knowing the specifics of managing by deliverables and by risksGreat in communicating, explaining and promoting the benefits in applying developed methodologies and processes but, ultimately, able to ensure they are appliedConsensus and service-orientedAnalytical problem-solving approach with an ability to zoom outStructured, organised and rigorousEnjoys working with people from different nationalities, languages and cultural backgroundsIT skills: excellent command ofPackOffice, scheduling and planning toolsAbility to look after the growth of resources by becoming a natural referent rather than the direct managerHigh sense of responsibilityRequired Languages #J-18808-Ljbffr