The position available is for a Senior Project Management Officer at Premote, charged with overseeing large-scale digital transformation projects within the Dutch police force. This role focuses on improving project delivery by managing planning, processes, and stakeholder relationships effectively.
Job Location
The job is located in Nieuwegein, in the Province of Utrecht, Netherlands, which can be easily accessed due to its central position.
Employer Information
The hiring company is Premote, known for its involvement in significant operational changes and support for project management within large organizations, particularly focusing on the public sector and law enforcement.
Job Responsibilities
In this role, the Senior Project Management Officer is expected to:
Collaborate closely with project managers to ensure the success of nationwide projects.
-Provide both substantive and methodological support while ensuring the quality and progress of project activities.
-Identify risks and issues early and manage them appropriately to ensure smooth project execution.
-Help in harmonization, innovation, and the development of work processes within the police and their partners.
-Write and maintain project plans, financial records, and reports on project progress, as well as signal deviations from planned outcomes.
-Provide methodological support tailored to project management practices, particularly Agile and Scrum.
-Monitor quality guidelines to ensure project specifications are met.
-Organize steering groups and follow up on action points.
-Create communication plans and assist in project archiving, ensuring that all relevant information is documented and accessible.
Required Qualifications
Aspiring candidates must possess the following qualifications:
A minimum of a HBO work and thinking level, emphasizing higher education in a relevant field.
At least 3 years of experience as a Project Management Officer working on information technology projects in large organizations (minimum size 800 employees) over the past five years.
Certification in relevant project management methodologies such as Prince2, IPMA-D, IPMA-PMO, or P3O is a plus.
Experience and proficiency with Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools, specifically Jira and Confluence.
Advanced skills in Excel, including knowledge of pivot tables and data analysis functionalities.
Experience working within the (semi)government or police-related projects is preferred.
Desired Skills
The role also requires the following competencies:
Organizational sensitivity to navigate the complex layers of the police organization.
Result-oriented mentality with the ability to accomplish objectives effectively.
Flexibility to adapt to changing project demands and environments.
Strong team player attributes for collaboration across various stakeholders.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to convey complex project information clearly.
Work Expectations
The role offers:
A 36-hour workweek, which provides a balanced work-life integration with the possibility to work partly from home.
A start date of June 1, 2025, allowing for some lead time for applicants.
The contract duration will be negotiated with the successful candidate, accommodating individual preferences.
A mandatory Verklaring Omtrent het Gedrag (VOG) clearance to ensure candidate integrity.
Applicants will also undergo a BO+ security investigation as part of the hiring procedure to secure sensitive information relating to police operations.
Prospective employees should indicate their expected salary, with the company aiming to meet these expectations where possible.
Conclusion
This position presents a significant opportunity for experienced professionals in project management to contribute to meaningful projects that impact public safety and law enforcement. Candidates looking to advance their careers, particularly in project management within the government sector, should consider applying for this role. This position not only offers competitive financial compensation but also a chance to work within a renowned organization, influencing changes at a national level.
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