Digital and Ict Programme Manager

**Digital and **ICT** **Programme Manager**

**Te** **Tūranga** - The Role**

We are looking for a Digital and ICT Programme Manager to fill a newly established position, overseeing the delivery of multiple business enabling projects that enhance Tait's ambitious growth agenda. This role, based in our Christchurch, New Zealand offices, offers an excellent opportunity for someone eager to advance their career in a global company.

In this position, you will be responsible for supporting and leading the delivery of a programme that aligns with Tait's strategic objectives, driving innovation and ensuring the successful implementation of change and technology solutions across the organisation

This role reports directly to the Head of Digital Transformation.

**The duties of the role will include**:

- Develop and manage the delivery of the Digital and ICT Programme, ensuring that projects are aligned to our business goals and objectives.
- Develop a fit-for-purpose project and change management methodologies and ensure projects are delivered in line with it.
- Lead cross-function teams to deliver the Digital and ICT Programme on time, within budget and to agreed quality standards.
- Facilitate a high level of stakeholder engagement.
- Identify the skills needed to grow the team, and recruit and develop individuals who meet these needs.

**Ō **pūkenga** - About You**

To be successful in this role, you will have a bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field and a proven track record of delivering complex Digital and ICT projects.

As well as:

- Strong programme management skills, including strategic thinking, report and proposal writing, budget planning, risk management and conflict resolution.
- A strong understanding of project management methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall.
- A good understanding of change management frameworks.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate at a senior level.
- Strong leadership skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organisational and planning skills, with a focus on delivering results.
- An MSP certification is highly desirable, while a PMP or PRINCE2 certification is required.

**Ngā** **painga** - **what's** in it for you?**

We are an employer that is committed to making a difference for families and communities and supporting people to build rewarding careers. We achieve this through employing people who connect with our Values (Commitment to Listen. Courage to Act and Integrity to Deliver) that underpin our way of working together. We are committed to investing in our people, developing both individuals and teams to support a high-performance culture.
- We prioritise your wellbeing through health insurance, annual flu vaccinations and extra sick leave in your first year.
- We provide a comfortable work environment through modern office facilities with free onsite parking, gym, and café.
- We recognise your commitment through long service benefits.
- We balance work with fun through our active social club

**Ko **wai** **mātou** - About Us**

For more than 50 years, Tait Communications has been designing, delivering, and supporting critical communications networks for public safety, transportation and utility customers around the world. Founded in Christchurch by Sir Angus Tait, we now have a network of customers and offices that spans the globe.

Our employees value being part of a creative team committed to providing technological solutions that make a real difference to the communities we support. By joining Tait, you'll be joining a community of people with a wealth of knowledge and expertise, who care deeply about their work and the genuine impact it has for our customers, and who support each other to grow and develop.

**Ko **koe** pea **tēnei**? - Sound like your kind of role?**

**Applications will be assessed as they are received, and your CV will be held unless you contact us to requesting this to be removed**:
Applications will close Sunday 15th September 2024