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Role Profile Job Title: ICT Project Management Office (PMO) Analyst Division/Function: Finance, Technology and Operations / ICT Reports to (job title): Head of ICT Project Management Job Type: Fixed Term Contract (23 months) **Closing date for applications: 8th November 2024** Summary of the Business The National Treasury Management Agency (NTMA) provides asset and liability management services to the Irish Government. It has evolved from a single function agency managing the National Debt to a manager of a complex portfolio of public assets and liabilities. Businesses managed by the NTMA include borrowing for the Exchequer and the management of the National Debt, the State Claims Agency, the New Economy and Recovery Authority (NewERA), the Ireland Strategic Investment Fund (ISIF) and the National Development Finance Agency (NDFA). The NTMA also assigns staff to the National Asset Management Agency (NAMA), the Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI) and Home Building Finance Ireland (HBFI). Recently the NTMA mandate has expanded to include management of the Future Ireland Fund (FIF) and the Infrastructure, Nature and Climate Fund (ICNF). This role is to manage the finance operations service delivery to ISIF and/or FIF and ICNF. ISIF is a sovereign development fund with a mandate to invest on a commercial basis to support economic activity and employment in Ireland while the newly formed FIF and ICNF are sovereign wealth funds. Working at the NTMA offers excellent benefits including: Hybrid work options An extensive wellbeing programme A diverse range of initiatives: LGBT+, Gender Matters, Disability Awareness, International Multicultural Awareness Team (IMAT), Sports & Social, Volunteering and lots more Excellent learning and development opportunities that allow for full career development within the organisation Reimbursement of annual professional membership fees Career average defined benefit pension scheme Role Summary The ICT PMO Analyst role is key to supporting the ICT Project Management Office (PMO) by ensuring that project governance standards are upheld, processes are followed, and accurate reporting is maintained across the ICT portfolio. The role is also responsible for supporting project planning, reporting, and analysis to ensure effective project delivery across the organisation. The role will report to the Head of ICT PMO and will work closely with project managers and stakeholders to ensure that the PMO functions efficiently. Principal Accountabilities Provide administration and governance support for the ICT PMO, ensuring adherence to project management processes. Support the development and maintenance of project reports, dashboards, and performance metrics. Assist in resource planning and allocation to ensure optimal use of project resources. Support the identification and tracking of project risks, issues, and dependencies, escalating where necessary. Coordinate project documentation and ensure all project artefacts are up to date. Provide support for the use of project management tools and systems. Assist with the monitoring and tracking of project budgets, costs, and expenditures. Liaise with and report to project boards and senior management on project progress and status. Knowledge Formal project management knowledge, preferably having a qualification such as PRINCE2, PMP, or equivalent. Understanding of ICT systems and project lifecycles. Knowledge of governance frameworks and best practices in project management. Experience A minimum of 5 years experience working within a PMO or project support role, ideally within the ICT sector. Experience in managing or supporting multiple ICT projects simultaneously. Familiarity with project management tools and techniques for planning, reporting, and governance. Experience in preparing reports and dashboards for senior management or project boards. Previous experience within a financial services environment would be an advantage. Specific experience in the following would be an advantage Experience supporting ICT projects across a range of systems, technologies, and services. Experience in project financial management, including budget tracking and cost analysis. Skills Project administration and management: Strong understanding of project management processes and administration. Excellent written and verbal communication skills: Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Stakeholder management and problem-solving: Capable of managing relationships and resolving project-related issues. Analytical skills: Strong attention to detail, with the ability to analyse and interpret project data. Proficiency in project management tools: Experience with Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and issue tracking software such as JIRA would be beneficial. Pension Abatement If an appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and that appointee is entitled to or in receipt of a pension from the Civil or Public Service or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during the appointee's re-employment that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012. Please note: In applying for this position, you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department/Office/Body will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position. Applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment declaration to confirm whether they have previously availed of a Public sector pension scheme. 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