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The IT Program Manager is accountable to executive sponsors for schedule, budget, and quality of on-going programs which may have many related projects managed within. The incumbent will apply broad, advanced project management principles and concepts to large projects, and contribute to innovation of new concepts and ideas, and continuous process improvement.  Program duties may not always fall within a defined subproject.  The individual must be able to identify activities as either in or out of scope as they relate to the program objectives. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage multiple projects and stakeholder relationship to assure business needs are met, projects are delivered on time, and potential projects are managed 
• Define and manage business case, program and project scope, goals, budget, schedule, resources, and deliverables that support business goals, and take appropriate steps to ensure project objectives are met in a timely and efficient manner. 
• Manage program and project risks / issues.  Recognize and determine the appropriate corrective action to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget and scope. 
• Identify and execute appropriate communication methods to meet stakeholder and senior leadership needs on the accurate status of a project 
• Create and maintain project documentation to identify, evaluate, scope, plan, monitor, and follow up on active projects
• Mentor project managers and junior project team members 

TECHNICAL SKILLS  

• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills 

• General knowledge of business and IT systems 

• Strong communication skills both written and verbal 

• Experience with MS Project, Workbench or related tool 

• Understanding of Earned Value Management 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS SPECIFIC TO JOB  

• Applies technical/procedural requirements of the position based on knowledge and experience within specialization •  Ability to attract, lead, motivate, and retain multiple teams 

• Effective organization and time management skills 

• Ability to manage at a macro level and identify when a refined approach is necessary 

• Strong attention to detail

MANAGEMENT  

• Ability to supervise, direct, and review the results of programs, projects or assignments 

• Ability to lead by understanding team dynamics  

• Ability to support, affect, and implement change 

• Ability to impact and influence a diverse population 

• Facilitate program discussions with senior BP&T management and business stakeholders 

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS  

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills 

• 5-8 years relevant experience 

• Previous project or team management experience 

• One or more years’ experience with Program Management 

• Experience managing multiple projects of moderate to high risk 

• PMP Certification (Preferred)

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience 

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people.  We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients.  Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits   https://rsmus.com/careers/el-salvador.html. 

RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; colour; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender (including gender identity and/or gender expression); sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the Salvadoran Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable provincial employment legislation.  

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please send us an email at careers@rsmus.com.