PMO Team Leader

About us

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.

Created in 2003, it strives today to meet tomorrow's major societal challenges, by nurturing an interdisciplinary approach and international outlook, investing in scientific quality and innovation, as well as offering personalised and multilingual teaching.

The institution places particular emphasis on research with impact. To achieve this goal, its research priorities focus on digital transformation, medicine and health, as well as sustainable and societal development.

The University invests in its knowledge and technology transfer through an attractive intellectual property policy and numerous partnerships.

7,500 students are enrolled at Uni.lu, of which 1,000 are doctoral candidates. With 300 professors, students have privileged access to world-renowned expertise.

Times Higher Education ranks Uni.lu 20th in the Young University Ranking 2024 and among the top 250 universities in the world.

Your role

• Establish and lead the PMO, setting up governance structures, project management methodologies, and best practices
• Oversee the execution of key projects and programs, ensuring alignment with the university's strategic goals
• Play the role of program manager for a strategic transformation aiming at simplifying our processes and migrate our ERP to the newest version (SAP S4)
• Ensure the visibility of the overall roadmap for cross-functional projects and their progress
• Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to the PMO team, ensuring successful project delivery
• Engage with key stakeholders, including executive management, to communicate project portfolio progress, risks, and issues

Your profile

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
• Experience and certifications in PMP, PRINCE2 or Hermes
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in PMO or program management
• Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale programs, with a focus on process simplification and operational efficiency
• Extensive experience working in an Agile and Waterfall environment
• Strong background in project and program management, with a focus on process simplification and operational efficiency
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving
• Demonstrated leadership and entrepreneurial mindset, capable of driving change in a complex organization

We offer

Multilingual and international character. Modern institution with a personal atmosphere. Staff coming from 90 countries.

Member of the "University of the Greater Region" (UniGR)

A modern and dynamic university. High-quality equipment. Close ties to the business world and to the Luxembourg labour market.

A unique urban site with excellent infrastructure

A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and with numerous non-academic partners such as ministries, local governments, associations, NGOs

How to apply

Applications should include :

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system.

Applications by Email will not be considered.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg promotes an inclusive culture.

We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to upholding equality and respect for our employees and students.

General information :

• Contract Type : Permanent
• Work Hours : Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location : Campus Belval
• Internal Title : Team leader
• Job Reference : UOL06808
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