Project Manager

On behalf of our client, Affinity is looking for a Project Manager on a contract basis until April 2025. Candidates should be located in Atlantic Canada.

Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with project sponsors, project team members, and other internal and external stakeholders

• Provide direction, coordination, implementation, execution, and completion of projects, while remaining aligned with strategy, commitments, and goals of the organization and various stakeholder groups.

• Develop, manage, and report on schedules, costs, resources, risks, and project objectives at various levels of the organization, including project governance tables.

• Lead project teams to meet objectives and stakeholders’ expectations providing direction and clear communication of the vision for project success.

• Develop and execute risk management and mitigation plans.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Business, Health, IT or related field.

• Minimum of five years’ experience in direct Project Management supplemented with demonstrated experience in, but not limited to:

o Agile project development and execution

o Leading large-scale projects and teams

o QA and testing methodologies

• Experience in digital health related projects is preferred.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of project management principles, standards, and processes.

• Ability to anticipate and manage changes in project scope.

• Proficient in both traditional and agile project management tools and techniques.

• Excellent interpersonal skills for effective written and oral communication.

• Proven ability to lead teams in a matrix environment and engage diverse stakeholders.

• Strong awareness of privacy and confidentiality issues.

• Knowledge of QA and testing methodologies.

• Proficiency in project management software tools.

• Self-motivated with excellent time management and organizational abilities.

• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.

• Familiarity with the provincial healthcare environment.

• Good judgment and ability to build consensus among groups with differing priorities.

• Demonstrated leadership, communication, presentation, and facilitation skills while managing multiple initiatives.

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About Affinity:

Affinity Group is a technology and business consulting and services company. We believe in creating long-term relationships between clients and consultants that foster a mutually beneficial partnership. Affinity is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

For more information on Affinity, please visit www.affinity-group.ca

Job number: 11488