ICT Portfolio Manager EUMETSAT

European Organisation for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites

Darmstadt, Germany

EUMETSAT is the European satellite agency for monitoring weather and climate. Bringing together the resources of 26 member states, we develop and operate a range of satellite systems surveying the atmosphere, land and ocean that deliver vital data 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Our data contribute to weather forecasts that protect lives and property across Europe. EUMETSAT is now embarking on new and challenging satellite development programmes, shaping its long-term future.

Leading and directing some corporate ICT projects with major organisational impact, you will implement business change management. This will involve developing, reviewing and continuously improving the ICT portfolio management process, embedding best practice methodologies across projects and overseeing their resourcing, giving you considerable autonomy and exceptional visibility.

Qualified to degree level in Computer Science, you will bring extensive experience of leading software development teams across complex projects. A background in ICT projects and related portfolio management is essential, as is expert knowledge of business change management, system and software development lifecycles, and project management methodologies and tools. Finally, it is vital that you are skilled in managing risks, stakeholders and benefits, with fluency in English and a knowledge of French.

Attractive employment conditions are offered, in terms of salary, comprehensive benefits including health and social welfare provision, and extensive relocation assistance if applicable.

To learn more and apply online, please visit www.eumetsat.int.

Closing date: 14 October 2012 (Ref: VN-12/14)

EUMETSAT is committed to providing an equal opportunities work environment for men and women and is seeking to recruit nationals from its Member States. Please see our website for further details.