New York Business Analyst/Project Manager

Information Systems
Open Society Institute–New York

Application Deadline: February 10, 2012

The Open Society Foundations work to build vibrant and tolerant democracies whose governments are accountable to their citizens. To achieve this mission, the Foundations seek to shape public policies that assure greater fairness in political, legal, and economic systems and safeguard fundamental rights. On a local level, the Open Society Foundations implement a range of initiatives to advance justice, education, public health, and independent media. At the same time, we build alliances across borders and continents on issues such as corruption and freedom of information. The Foundations place a high priority on protecting and improving the lives of people in marginalized communities.

Investor and philanthropist George Soros established the Open Society Foundations, starting in 1984, to help countries make the transition from communism. Our activities have grown to encompass the United States and more than 70 countries in Europe, Asia, Africa and Latin America. Each foundation relies on the expertise of boards composed of eminent citizens who determine individual agendas based on local priorities.

Purpose of Position

Coordinate between application development team and business departments, analyze and document business requirements, manage application implementation life cycle. Work is carried out independently.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyze and document OSF business processes and user requests, interpret business requirements into technical requirements;
• Work with the software development team to implement, deploy, test, support, and maintain OSF global applications on cloud and on premises;
• Communicate with software service providers/vendors for OSF business and technical support and development needs;
• Manage projects life cycle; effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely manner; plan, schedule, and track project timelines, milestones and deliverables; develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, documentation and presentations;
• Perform research on market trend; evaluate products and advise on technical solutions;
• Engage in multiple initiatives simultaneously;
• Travel may be required;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The Open Society Foundations may add, change, or remove essential and other duties at any time.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) from a four year college or university and five to eight years relevant experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Degree in Management of Information Systems or related field;
• Experience in computing or related area with a focus on software management and business analysis.

Skills Required

• Effectively manage to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, troubleshoot and follow projects through to completion, with strict deadlines and without loss of attention to detail, budget and reporting;
• Excellent written, verbal, organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills;
• Excellent computer skills, proficient in Microsoft Office and experience with internet research and database management;
• Exercise good listening and communication skills with sensitivity to cultural communication differences;
• Effectively work as a team member and independently, with a high-level of self-motivation and ability to set and meet goals;
• Show discretion and ability to handle confidential issues;
• Knowledge of key organizations and networks active in the field;
• Pleasant, diplomatic manner and disposition in interacting with colleagues and the general public.

Program Specific Requirements

• Advanced degree in relevant field preferred;
• Excellent in project management and organization skills;
• Strong customer service focus and desire to deliver quality products to our clients;
• Demonstrated business analysis skills;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proven ability to write professional business process and technical documentation;
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work with a wide variety of groups with technical or non-technical staff;
• Ability to multi-task and to prioritize work amidst competing demands;
• Knowledge of M/S Project or other planning tools for projects;
• Knowledge of programming language, database, and cloud computing is a plus.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Essential functions are typically performed in an office setting with a low level of noise. The position requires the employee to crouch, bend, lift and move equipment and other objects weighing up to 15 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Start Date

February/March 2012

Compensation

Commensurate with experience, excellent benefits.

To Apply

Please email resume and cover letter with salary requirements before February 10, 2012, to: humanresources@sorosny.org. Include job code in subject line: BA/PM – IT

OR

Open Society Foundations
Human Resources – Code BA/PM – IT
400 West 59th Street
New York, New York 10019

FAX: 646.557.2672

No phone calls, please. The Open Society Foundations are an Equal Opportunity Employer.