AVP-Strategic Partnership & PMO

Job Summary

This position supports standardized project management methods, strategic partnerships, ensuring governance compliance, and optimal resource use to achieve successful project outcomes efficiently. Support multiple cross-functional organization-wide partnerships sponsored by the PDCEO, including being the orchestrator to drive new strategic partnership execution throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Standardize Methodologies – Develop and implement PMO frameworks and tools.
• Strategic Partnership – Execute, track, and monitor partnership deliverables and execution.
• Ensure Governance Compliance – Monitor adherence to project standards.
• Optimize Resources – Allocate and prioritize project assets efficiently.
• Track Performance – Report metrics and project status.
• Upskill Teams – Deliver PM training programs.
• Manage Dependencies – Align cross-project workflows.
• Improve Processes – Refine PMO tools using feedback.

Key Result Area

• Methodology Consistency: Adoption of standardized tools and practices across projects.
• Risk & Compliance Alignment: Reduced exposure through governance adherence and strategic fit.
• Resource Utilization: Efficient allocation ensuring timely project delivery.
• Insightful Reporting: Actionable updates supporting data-driven decisions.
• Capability Development: Measurable skill growth through focused training initiatives.
• Interdependency Management: Improved coordination and reduced cross-project delays.
• PMO Agility: Ongoing process improvements aligned with evolving business needs.

Education

• Bachelor degree in Business, Project Management, or related field.
• PMP/PRINCE2 certification preferred; Agile/Lean Six Sigma a plus.

Experience

• Proven track record in implementing and improving project management methodologies, tools, and governance frameworks.
• Experience in monitoring project performance, risk management, and resource allocation.
• Prior involvement in developing and delivering project management training programs is advantageous.
• Familiarity with cross-functional project coordination and dependency management in complex environments.
• Exposure to business process improvement and stakeholder management within a structured PMO setting.

Technical Competencies

• Business Process Management.
• Project Management.
• Project Risk Management.
• Partnership Management.
• Resource Management.
• Stakeholder Management.

Job Responsibilities

Leadership Competencies

Technical Competencies