Assistant Program Manager

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Assistant Program Manager

@ CGI

Position Description:

• CGI has an immediate need for an Assistant Program Manager to join our financial services team in Columbia, SC; Lafayette, LA or Reston, VA.
• This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced team environment supporting one of the largest leaders in the secondary mortgage industry.
• We take an innovative approach to supporting our client, working side-by-side in an agile environment using emerging technologies.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

• Support the Sr Director and other Directors in all aspects of program planning, execution, and delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather project requirements, establish priorities, and define deliverables.
• Assist in the development of project plans, timelines, and milestones, ensuring they align with organizational goals and objectives.
• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and provide regular status updates to stakeholders.
• Prepare presentation slides and status reports and be comfortable to present in front of senior management
• Assign tasks to internal teams and assist with schedule management
• Monitor project progress and handle any issues that arise
• Identify and mitigate project risks, proactively addressing any issues that may impact project timelines or quality
• Act as the point of contact and communicate project status to all participants
• Coordinate and schedule meetings, workshops, and other project-related activities, ensuring effective participation and collaboration among team members.
• Work with the Project Managers to eliminate blockers
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans and reports
• Ensure standards and requirements are met through conducting quality assurance test.
• Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and alignment of project objectives.
• Conduct research and gather relevant data to support decision-making and program improvements.
• Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to program management.

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Qualifications:

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

• 8 - 10 years of relevant experience in project coordination or program management roles.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Experience in project management, from conception to delivery
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and concisely.
• Detail-oriented mindset, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in all project-related tasks.
• Strong client-facing and teamwork skills
• Proficient in project management tools and software, such as Microsoft Project, JIRA, or Trello.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft office suits - Excel, Word, Power Point
• Strong work ethic and a proactive approach to overcoming challenges and achieving project goals.

Desired Skillset

• PMP

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems or related field

Skills:

• Business Analysis
• Project Management

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How to Apply:

Apply online at https://www.cgi.com/en/careers 

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