Assistant Vice President, IT Project Management Office

Job Purpose To oversee the IT Project Management Office at Daman Insurance, ensuring the successful execution of IT initiatives that align with strategic business goals. Advise senior management on project feasibility, direct project execution, and authorize resource allocation to ensure timely and high-quality project deliveries. Foresee potential risks, approve mitigation strategies, and represent the IT PMO in cross-functional collaborations to drive digital transformation within the organization.Key Responsibilities Strategic & Managerial Responsibilities: Direct the IT PMO strategy, ensuring alignment with Daman’s corporate objectives and regulatory compliance.Approve project governance frameworks to enhance efficiency, control, and standardization across IT projects.Envision long-term IT project roadmaps to support business expansion and operational excellence.Communicate strategic insights and project status to executive leadership for informed decision-making.Core Responsibilities: Oversee end-to-end IT project execution, ensuring on-time delivery, quality standards, and alignment with business objectives.Authorize and allocate necessary resources, including budget, personnel, and third-party vendors, to achieve project success.Identify and mitigate project risks by developing proactive strategies to address dependencies, constraints, and potential delays.Manage changes to project scope, schedule, and costs, ensuring all modifications align with organizational goals.Establish and maintain strong stakeholder relationships by facilitating effective communication and engagement throughout the project lifecycle.Ensure technical feasibility of project deliverables by collaborating with IT and business teams to meet requirements.Develop detailed project plans, track progress, and measure performance using appropriate project management tools and techniques.Maintain comprehensive project documentation, ensuring transparency, accessibility, and compliance with organizational standards.Facilitate post-project reviews to analyze performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement lessons learned.Quality & Excellence Management: Foresee process improvements to optimize project delivery frameworks and enhance efficiency.Approve and implement quality assurance measures to maintain excellence in IT project management.Communicate project audit findings and lead corrective action plans to enhance compliance.Direct continuous improvement initiatives to establish best practices and ensure high project success rates.People Management Responsibilities: Assign work schedules to IT project managers, ensuring optimal utilization of resources and skillsets.Authorize performance evaluations and development plans to enhance team productivity.Dismiss project inefficiencies by fostering a culture of accountability and ownership.Advise and mentor project teams on industry’s best practices, driving competency development and career growth.Qualifications and Experience Preferred Educational Qualifications and Professional Certifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.Certified in Project Management Professional (PMP), or equivalent is a plus.Experience Minimum 12+ years of experience in project management. #J-18808-Ljbffr