Portfolio Analyst (Digital projects and programmes) Band 7

We are currently recruiting for a Band 7 Portfolio Analyst to join a Large Public Sector body.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Portfolio Analyst will take responsibility for the management and delivery of digital projects and programmes-across the business. They will deliver digital projects to time and budget in line with approved standards. The Portfolio Analyst will work with key stakeholders for each project and programme within the Portfolio as part of the Enterprise Portfolio Management Function (EPMO). They will facilitate transformation and change in relevant service areas.

KEY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Service Delivery
• Lead and manage Digital projects and programmes to time and budget as directed and advised.
• Work collaboratively with all stakeholders to develop business cases; Manage projects through the required formal approval stages such as business case approvals.
• Develop plans and strategies for management of projects and programmes. Produce documentation and reports in line with DHCNI and EPMO standards as appropriate.
• Report project/programme progress through Highlight Reports, Stage and Exception Plans as required.

This Job Description will be subject to review in the light of changing circumstances and is not intended to be rigid and inflexible but should be regarded as providing guidelines within which the individual works. Other duties of a similar nature and appropriate to the grade may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications/ Experience

1. A university degree or professional qualification and have worked for at least 3 years’ experience in a portfolio/project management role within a major organisation;

OR

Have worked for at least 4 years in a project management role within a major organisation

Experience

E2 Have experience of leading ICT supported projects with a budget of over £50,000

Have previous experience utilising a project or portfolio methodology (e.g. PRINCE 2, MoP or other similar methodology).

Other

Hold a current full driving licence which ss valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment. This criteria will be waived in the case of applicants whose disability prohibits driving but who have access to a form of transport approved by the Organisation which will permit them to carry out the duties of the post.