As a Project Manager, you will oversee the implementation of FreeBalance Government Accountability Software, ensuring the application of strong project management principles and leveraging technology to enhance government business operations. A key requirement for this role is demonstrated experience in implementation, project management, and stakeholder engagement. This position is based in Bougainville, Papua New Guinea (PNG). Main Responsibilities:

Management of a project software implementation

Maintain strong and positive relationships with government representatives and government officials

Use effective leadership skills to direct all phases of programs from inception through completion to include planning, evaluating whether working as a team or independently

Plan and execute the programs/projects to meet the contractual obligations of the contract, controlling the project scope, schedule, and budget

Follow through invoices and payments due to FreeBalance

Manage day-to-day operational aspects of the project and scope, including meeting the project schedules and WBS tasks, submitting quality deliverables, and maintaining the project responsibility matrix

Create and execute project work plans and revise them as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements

Assess and minimize our exposure and risk on the project

Work closely with the customer providing status updates to senior officials including the project steering committee

Effectively apply our methodology and enforce project standards

Identify resources needed and assign individual responsibilities

Ensure project documents are complete before submission to the customer and stored appropriately

Manage subcontractors and contractual obligations

Manage program execution to include internal/external process improvement

Provide mentoring for project management best practices and techniques

Willing to relocate and work in Bougainville, Papua New Guinea

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Must have University Degree in Business Administration, Financial Management, Public Accounting, Economics or equivalent

Masters in Public Management, Financial Management or Information Technology considered an asset

Professional designation in Project Management, Public Management, or Financial Management considered an asset

Must have experience on ERP and MUST have experience handling government projects

Minimum of 7 years of experience in the implementation of Financial Management Systems

Ideal candidate will have implemented 2 projects of Financial Management System in the public sector, at the national and state or municipal levels

Experience in the creation and execution of change management related to Financial Management Systems considered an asset

Strong presentation skills and experience with executive-level communications

Excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills in English.  Other languages considered an asset.