Mentor Protege Program Manager

1. Develop and maintain a master project plan, including project objectives, scope, deliverables, timelines, and project budgets.

Program Management

1. Coordinate project activities, assign tasks to team members, and monitor progress to ensure timely completion.
2. Work closely with the TEVET Technical Program Manager to track Technical Transfer milestones.
3. Ensure accurate and timely submission of all DCMA reporting requirements.
4. Conduct program meetings, provide updates, and address any issues or roadblocks that arise during execution.

Stakeholder Management

1. Establish strong relationships with stakeholders and internal teams.
2. Establish strong relationships with customers.
3. Maintain regular and effective communication with stakeholders, providing updates on progress, milestones, and deliverables.

Documentation and Reporting

1. Prepare and maintain project reports, summarizing progress, accomplishments, issues, and risks for stakeholders and customers.
2. Ensure all project-related documentation is organized, accessible, and up to date.

Continuous Improvement

1. Identify and analyze project performance metrics, areas of improvement, and work with stakeholders and internal teams to implement process improvement.
2. Stay updated with industry trends, technological advancements, and regulatory requirements to drive continuous improvement initiatives

Decision Making

Project priorities based on factors such project goals and resource availability.

1. Project scope including defining in-scope and out-of-scope activities and managing scope changes to assess the impact on project timelines, resources, and deliverables.
2. Project risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
3. Project issue resolution based on identifying issues, analyzing root causes, evaluate alternative solutions, and choosing the most appropriate course of action which minimizes impact on project progress.
4. Project process optimization by identifying areas for process improvement, solicit and evaluate feedback from the relevant resources, evaluating lessons learned, and considering industry best practices to drive continuous improvement in project management processes.
5. Stakeholder and customer communication strategies, channels, and frequency to effectively disseminate project information to stakeholders and customers.

Required:

1. Knowledge of basic test and measurement concepts and instruments.
2. Understanding fundamental project management principles, including creating project plans, setting objectives, defining scope, and managing timelines.
3. Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in project deliverables, data analysis, and adherence to quality standards.
4. Strong organizational skills for organizing and prioritizing tasks, managing resources to meet project deadlines.
5. Effective time management skills to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet project deadlines.
6. Basic analytical skills to analyze data and make data driven decisions.
7. Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey information, provide updates, and collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
8. Ability to work well within a team, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to the overall success of the project.
9. Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing project requirements, timelines, and priorities.

Preferred:

1. Proficiency in advanced project management methodologies such as Agile or Six Sigma, enabling you to effectively manage complex projects and optimize project outcomes.
2. Strong data analysis skills required to generate meaningful reports and provide actionable insights to stakeholders.
3. Ability to identify, assess, and proactively mitigate risks ensuring successful project execution.
4. Experience in managing customer relationships, understanding customer requirements, and ensuring customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
5. Demonstrated leadership potential with the ability to inspire and motivate team members, resolve conflicts, and drive the team towards project success.
6. Experience in effectively managing relationships with vendors and suppliers, including selection, negotiation, and performance management.
7. Knowledge of industry-specific regulations, standards, and compliance requirements to ensure projects meet the necessary obligations.