ERP Dynamics NAV Project Manager

Vacancy Announcement

Title: ERP Dynamics NAV Project Manager

Type of Contract: Fixed-Term Consultant, Internationally recruited (12 months)

Duty Station: Rome, Italy

ABOUT IDLO

The International Development Law Organization (IDLO) enables governments and empowers people to reform laws and strengthen institutions to promote peace, justice, sustainable development and economic opportunity. We contribute to creating stable and inclusive societies where every person can live free from fear and want, in dignity and under the rule of law. To learn more about IDLO, please visit our website www.idlo.int or follow us on Twitter @IDLO.

BACKGROUND

In 2015, IDLO launched the Enterprise Resource Planning Program (ERP), one of several work streams making up the Continuous Improvement Program (CIP) to drive global integration, efficiency and best practices across the Organization. The goal is to provide a modern ERP system to record, manage and report to all stakeholders in a transparent way the Organization’s resource state.

The first phase of the project has been completed in 2016 with the migration of the core Finance and Headquarters Payroll and Payments system to Microsoft Azure Dynamics NAV 2016. The second phase of the project (using Prince2 framework) is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2018 and the work will be focused on improving efficiency of and automation in business processes in the Finance, Procurement, Budgeting, and HR areas

THE POSITION

An ERP Project Manager is sought who can quickly become an effective team member in this exciting, cutting-edge project. The incumbent will plan, coordinate, and assist in the design and implementation of this program. Under the overall guidance of the Director of Support Services, and directly supervised by the ICT Team Leader, the incumbent will work on the following deliverables:

• Authoring and maintaining clear, concise Project documentation and work plan;
• Manage ERP documentation and record keeping systems; ensures all processes have completed documentation on file;
• Create Technical Specification Documents for hand off to developers/IT resources for execution of product development plan(s);
• Work with a business analyst to conduct business analysis and create a business analysis plan;
• Deliver projects within budget and on time, utilizing change management to successfully adjust scope and pricing as necessary;
• Work with external contractors to ensure the implementation of out-sourced work packages;
• Develop and deliver presentations to business Units by outlining findings and recommendations to guide the design, implementation and management of the identified solutions;
• Be responsible for managing all project tasks, task assignments, schedules, milestones, and deliverable due dates;
• Ensure project quality and performance monitoring;
• Ensure risks are identified and treatment actions completed;
• Oversee and review training programs delivered to the users;

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education

• Degree in Business Administration, Information Systems or related area.

Work experience

• Minimum of 4-5 years of proven track record of successfully implementing Microsoft Dynamics NAV in one or more of the following roles: Solutions Consultant, Project Management, Implementation Consultant;
• Experience with mid-tier ERP implementation for HR and Finance systems and roll out to remote offices;
• Experience in project coordination, including project design, project planning, tracking project progress, costs and benefits, risk and issues management, stakeholder management and project reporting;
• Demonstrate strong functional skills in areas affected financials, timesheets and job-costing;
• Working knowledge of Microsoft SQL;

Languages

• Fluency in English. A working knowledge of Italian would be a distinct advantage.

Specific knowledge, skills and competencies

• NAV Certification and experience on all versions (2016 is very desirable);
• Excel at all project management (planning, risk management, communication, reporting);
• Proactive approach in communicating project status and project risks to all parties, internal and external;
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop written project briefings, training materials and presentations for varying audiences
• Good team player, positive attitude, flexible mind, and comfortable in working in multi-cultural settings;
• Keen sense of ethics, integrity and commitment to IDLO's mandate. 

COMPENSATION

This is a fixed term consultancy for 12 (twelve) months. IDLO offers competitive remuneration packages for internationally-recruited consultants including annual and sick leave.

For this consultancy, the ideal candidate will be offered a fixed lump sum monthly remuneration in the range of €4,100-€4,300 in accordance with qualifications and experience. The selected candidate is expected to start immediately/as soon as possible.

HOW TO APPLY

All interested applicants are encouraged to apply via our website www.idlo.int/jobs and submit the completed IDLO Personal History Form (PHF), resume and cover letter. IDLO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in all areas of its operations. We welcome and encourage diverse applications. Due to

IDLO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in all areas of its operations. We welcome and encourage diverse applications. Due to

Due to an urgent need, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and selection process for this role may conclude before the application deadline. All eligible candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

DISCLAIMER AND CLOSING DATE

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the staff member assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities

IDLO reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities or even to cancel the recruitment to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

Deadline for application: May 15, 2017 (23.59hrs Rome time)