Digital Strategy Manager

We are looking for a Digital Strategy Manager to lead IT & Digital initiatives and manage our PMO with a clear vision aligned with Rua Almedina’s strategic objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, execute, and refresh digital transformation strategy aligned with the company’s objectives.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive PMO framework to manage the company's IT/Digital projects, including project selection, prioritization, and resource allocation.
• Establish and maintain project management standards, methodologies, and best practices across the organization to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Follow-up on all IT/Digital projects, including monitoring project status, completion percentages, and milestone achievements.
• Manage project budgets and contracts with external vendors who provide support for the organization, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively and efficiently.
• Review project charters, stakeholder statements, and all PMO statements for IT/Digital projects to ensure alignment with the company's objectives and stakeholder expectations.
• Oversees the development of project management tools, templates, and processes to support the PMO and project teams.
• Manage a team of project managers, business analysts, and project coordinators to ensure the timely and successful delivery of projects, while maintaining high standards of quality and user satisfaction.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness and efficiency of the PMO and individual projects and implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize performance.
• Provide regular updates and reports to the Digital Transformation Director and executive team on the status of IT/Digital projects, PMO performance, and strategic initiatives.
• Participate in the company's strategic planning process, providing input on how digital transformation can support and enable the organization's long-term goals and objectives.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning within the PMO, encouraging team members to explore new technologies, share knowledge, and develop their skills.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including D&T, operations, and finance, to ensure seamless integration and alignment of IT/Digital projects with other systems and processes.
• Develop and manage the PMO budget, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively and efficiently to support the company's strategic priorities.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in project management and digital transformation, and share insights and recommendations with the Digital Transformation Director and executive team.
• Perform any other related tasks as required by the needs of the work and as assigned by the direct supervisor.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field
• 8+ years of experience in a related field
• Proven experience in developing and executing digital transformation strategies
• Strong background in IT, digital technologies, or business transformation
• Excellent project management and PMO leadership skills
• Ability to align digital initiatives with corporate objectives
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and external vendors
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Up-to-date knowledge of emerging technologies and industry trends