IT Project Manager

Job Description

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced IT Project Manager to lead and manage technology projects in the public sector and taxation domain.
This role requires a strategic leader who can oversee end-to-end project execution, manage multiple stakeholders, and ensure successful project delivery within scope, timeline, and budget.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management: Lead and manage full project lifecyclesfrom planning and execution to monitoring and delivery.
Define project scope, timelines, and resource allocation, ensuring alignment with business goals.
Implement best practices in project management (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies) to ensure efficiency.
Monitor project risks, dependencies, and roadblocks, ensuring proactive resolution.
Stakeholder & Communication Management: Serve as the primary liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders.
Provide leadership and key decision-makers with clear project updates, risk assessments, and technical insights.
Work closely with government agencies, taxation authorities, and external partners to drive project success.
Governance & Compliance: Ensure adherence to public sector regulations, compliance policies, and taxation frameworks.
Manage government tendering processes, contract negotiations, and regulatory documentation.
Budget & Resource Optimization: Oversee project budgets, cost control, and resource planning to maximize efficiency.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost optimizations.
Team Leadership: Lead cross-functional teams, assign tasks, and foster a collaborative work culture.
Provide guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback to ensure project excellence.

Qualifications & Skills:

8 to 10 years of experience in IT project management.
MBA with a strong understanding of IT strategy and business alignment.
Proven experience managing public sector IT projects or taxation-related systems.
Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, PMP, PRINCE2, etc.).
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
Proficiency in project management tools (JIRA, MS Project, or similar).
Experience in government IT consulting or taxation technology solutions.
PMP, PRINCE2, or ITIL certification is a plus.