IT Finance Application Portfolio Manager Job Requisition ID:18904Date Posted:24 September 2024Closing Date:22 October 2024 23:59 CET/CESTPublication:Internal & ExternalType of Contract:PermanentDirectorate:Internal ServicesWorkplace:Frascati, ITGrade Band:A2 - A4 Location ESRIN, Frascati, ItalyDescription IT Finance Application Portfolio Manager in the Project and Portfolio Management Section, Application Services Division, Information Technology Department, Directorate of Internal Services. Under the authority of the Head of Section, you will be responsible for efficiently and properly managing and delivering IT solutions relating to the Agency's finance processes. Duties Your tasks and responsibilities will include: - supporting customer representatives in the definition of business needs and requirements; - translating and consolidating those requirements into technical specifications, planning and implementing agreed IT solutions throughout the project life cycle, from preparation to closure, including analysis, design, development, i.e. instantiation, composition and customisation of tools, testing and handover to operations and managing all related procurements and contracts; - organising and leading project teams and managing supplier performance, monitoring and controlling project scope, cost, schedule, quality, issues and risk, taking appropriate action on any deviations and ensuring compliance with QMS procedures and the adopted project methodology; - regular and comprehensive status and progress reporting to the Head of Section and governance hierarchy, prioritising critical topics as required, providing expert support to business counterparts, identifying areas for improvement in business processes and providing possible solutions compliant with the IT strategy; - monitoring the evolution of portfolio-related solutions available on the market and providing advice, and performing any other activities deemed appropriate to cope with emerging needs within the Department. You will also support: - business change managers in identifying potential change management issues and devising appropriate solutions; - the definition of roadmaps, including high-level needs analysis, solution evaluation and preparation of business cases relating to the proposed solutions; - the solution architect by aligning evolving solutions with the overall Corporate Information System architecture regarding any change within the related portfolio involving major or minor enhancements; - the Department’s internal cost planning by preparing and ensuring accurate planning and forecasting of its own portfolio. Technical competencies Extensive experience in the design and deployment of SAP finance systems Knowledge of integration between SAP SRM and finance Proven track record of process and system integration and of at least one successful live SAP S/4 HANA conversion finance systems Expertise in cost accounting, budgeting and planning processes Excellent negotiating skills Extensive experience in business process re-engineering Excellent stakeholder and supplier management skills - Behavioural competencies Result Orientation Operational Efficiency Fostering Cooperation Relationship Management Continuous Improvement Forward Thinking For more information, please refer to the ESA Core Behavioural Competencies guidebook Education A master's degree in IT engineering or a relevant business area is required for this post. Additional requirements Excellent presentation skills are required together with the ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment and in a multicultural public-sector environment. Project management certification is an asset. Knowledge of SAP Finance for public sector is an asset (SAP FM and GM) Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness Important Information and Disclaimer Note that ESA is in the process of transitioning to a Matrix setup, which could lead to organisational changes affecting this position. The information published on ESA’s careers website regarding working conditions is correct at the time of publication. It is not intended to be exhaustive and may not address all questions you would have.Nationality and Languages The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset. - Member States, Associate Members or Cooperating States. Who we recruit » Recruitment Process » What we offer » Life at ESA » FAQ »