Head, Project Portfolio A149

.**Purpose of the Position**:The purpose of this position is two-fold. One is to manage highly complex projects and/or programmes to successfully delivery. Secondly, and critically, the incumbent will manage and execute the day-to-day project management function. This role may entail managerial responsibility of Project Managers, with evolving priorities and guidance from Chief, Projects and Programmes.**Objectives of the Programme**:The objective of the Centre is to provide trusted ICT services and digital business solutions to its Clients and Partner Organizations.**Main duties and responsibilities**The incumbent will work under the direct supervision and guidance of the Chief, Projects & Programmes Section (DDP)within the Digital Delivery Division (DD) and in close collaboration with the Programmes and Governance teams. The incumbent could be requested to do any other tasks of similar level in related fields. Under the guidance and supervision of the Chief, DDP, the incumbent will perform the following duties:- Coordinate the work of project managers; guide, empower and motivate the team and encourage a sustainable pace with high levels of quality including setting up of work plans, monitoring progress, providing regular feedback, technical guidance and support including development plans- Lead evolution of project management controls and maturing the project management practice- Oversee the projects portfolio to ensure timely status updates are recorded by Project Managers and adherence to best practices- Partner closely with Programmes Lead and Change Management Lead to ensure alignment and synergies are leveraged across project, programme, and change management frameworks- Partner closely with Business Relationship Management and Pre-sales teams to understand planning pipeline and assign project managers,with the goal of cost recovery- Establish close partnership with Governance PMO team to ensure adequate reporting and follow-up on project health checks, financial health of portfolios, etc