Job DescriptionAffirma is an award-winning consultancy specializing in Mobile, Cloud, Business Intelligence, SharePoint, Technology Infrastructure, Custom Development, Visual Design, and Staffing Services. We focus on delivering true, measurable business value to our clients. We have top industry customer satisfaction and are dedicated to delivering dependable and reliable solutions that exceed client expectations. Affirma's motto is quality solutions on budget, on time, every time.Qualifications 5-7 years of experience in data and project or program managementA minimum of four (4) years project leadership experience using proven methodologies for data projectsA minimum of three (3) years of experience managing large programs or project portfoliosIn depth knowledge and extensive practical experience with project management methodologies including PMBOK and Agile methodologies.Working knowledge of PowerBI/Tableau or Data processes. Azure / Databricks nice to have.Experience representing PMO or IS Department management in meetings with executive-level project or program stakeholdersDemonstrated ability to guide individual and group stakeholder discussions and requirements gathering interviewsAbility to understand and communicate technical concepts and requirements to business users and supporting IT groupsAbility to work in a dynamic environment with some level of ambiguity to implement customer and project requirements with minimal supervisionDriven by analytics and naturally curious to ask "why" and "what if"Excellent written and verbal communication with stakeholders, team members, and in documentationBachelor's degree or equivalent education and/or experienceResponsibilitiesKnowledge of IT Business metrics, KPIs, and benchmarks related IT finance, IT Service Management, and IT Project Portfolio ManagementAbility to create a roadmap of project and non-project work in support of strategic outcomes including the planning, resourcing and budgeting to execute on that roadmapAbility to perform as an agile Scrum Master or Product OwnerAbility to define success criteria for the Program of projects including KPIs and metrics related to the business outcomes required from the programKnowledge of data visualization techniques and ability to oversee creation of digital dashboards in tools like TableauExpert knowledge and proven experience in establishing and managing large programs and/or a portfolio of projects.Proven ability to design, execute and oversee complex change management plans and programs to prepare the organization for the changes a program will introduceProven ability to work effectively with senior leadership and all levels of the organizationAbility to lead governance teams through complex reviews, helping them to drive through critical decision pointsStrong human relations skills with ability to direct and motivate the work of othersStrong financial management and budgeting experienceStrong vendor management expertise and ability to negotiate with internal and external service providersSolid understanding of IS staffing and resource management modelsExcellent communication skillsExpert facilitator including executive team facilitationStrong ability to explain, present, and discuss difficult information and gain group agreement at all levels in an organizationProven ability to lead teams of senior managers to define complex problems and develop effective solutionsExpert knowledge and proven experience in project/program management methodologies and techniquesProven ability to mature and continually improve project methodology, approach, tools, and outcomesProven ability to mentor and grow successful project leadersPreferred experience includes:Background in computer science or related technical fieldKnowledge of programming or scripting language like SQL, R, or PythonAccountabilities and MeasuresKeeping our clients happyWorking and collaborating well with internal and external team membersStaying within project budget targetsWhy Affirma?One of Ireland's Top 12 Tech Companies to Watch (According to The Irish Times)Casual environment, surrounded by incredibly intelligent and motivated co-workers, and a performance-driven cultureFlexible ScheduleOpportunity for growthGreat location, great people, exciting projects, and tons of funOpportunity to work Remote in IrelandAffirma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not make employment decisions or otherwise discriminates based on race, creed, colour, national origin, sex, military status, sexual orientation, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by law.