IT Program & Portfolio Manager

Overview

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At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be.  We provide: 

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs 
• Family-focused benefits  
• Wellness incentives 
• Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs  
• And more  

Work Location: Atlanta, GA (100% remote, will only consider applicants from the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Michigan, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and Wisconsin)

Description

We're seeking an IT Program & Portfolio Manager to oversee a portfolio of projects, ensuring projects in the PMO are accurate, up-to-date, have correct statuses and timely documentation.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Work with the Project Managers to keep their project information maintained and accurate.
• Help with overseeing the delivery of projects and managing effective governance, as well as the continuous improvement and management of the portfolio projects.
• Monitor and manage the status and documentation of the projects in the portfolio.
• Keep the portfolio up to date and accurate, ensure project managers are maintaining their project information.
• Increases the adoption of the EHC IS P.M.O. processes and tools to drive the quality of the projects delivered by IS to the EHC business.
• Ensures that all the projects being delivered have identified dependencies, risks, and escalations at the Portfolio level.
• Support project request, making certain they are ready to move through the defined P.M.O Portfolio phase process for the next phase.
• Provide guidance, coaching and training for the IS P.M.O. processes.
• Approves portfolio and project statuses, dashboards, reports and documentation as required by IS leadership or governance.
• Provide input and guidance to leadership on the process development regarding portfolio or project management practices.
• Ensures adherence to PMO and project practices, procedures, precedents, policy and senior leadership direction.
• Leads and facilitates training process for new PMs to ensure their understanding of the PMO process and tools used by the EHC IS P.M.O.
• Monitors and manages the status and documentation of the projects in the portfolio.
• Manages individual programs as needed. Plays a leadership role for the project team in driving the project from start-to-end to ensure the outlined goals and objectives mentioned in the charter are achieved and the success factors are met.
• Collaborates with IS leaders, Program or Project Managers to define time-frames, funding procedures, deliverables and staffing levels.
• Conducts, leads and / or participates in project reviews and assessments as requested.
• Prepares thorough and articulate executive summaries for IS leadership on the Portfolio and associated projects so that subsequent questions are not required.
• Collects, analyzes, and compiles materials to support decisions in the event of escalations.
• Partners with the EHC IS Directors, Managers and CIO regarding ongoing IT budget planning and presentations. Including business case review for completeness in order to drive the most effective project prioritization discussions.
• Provides thought leadership and subject matter expertise in planning, prioritizing, forecasting, and budget management for the prescribed portfolio driving adoption to 18-month, 6-month and 90-day planning windows.
• Perform all activities in compliance with the internal and external requirements / standards for Health & Safety, Quality, Regulatory and Finance.

Works cooperatively with others to accomplish team goals. Supports others and shares information. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in IT / Computer, Science / Computer Studies or an equivalent degree.
• Must have 8 years of Information Technology Project Leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a PMO like role.
• Must be able to manage large scale programs and projects across the full project lifecycle.
• Previous experience with business transformations and transitions.
• Proven experience mentoring Project Managers.
• Experience working in a large healthcare organization and ability to work across diverse organizations and build effective relationships. Preferred certification in Prince, MSP, or PMP

Additional Details

Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.  Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members.  Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. 

ACCOMMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.”  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.  ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.