Senior PMO Analyst - GCCA Remote

TransUnion

Jan 15

Job
Full-time
Senior Level
Research & Development
Business, Operations & Strategy
Johannesburg
Remote
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You must have strong PMO experience, proficient in governance processes, excellent communication skills, analytical abilities, and be a lifelong learner. Familiarity with project management tools is essential.
You will monitor project adherence, support reporting processes, ensure documentation quality, drive improvements, and act as a governance expert for portfolio performance.

Requirements

Contribute to adoption of the GO_PMO Change and Governance frameworks, tools and processes to ensure adherence to change standards and methods
Proactively monitor projects against TCQ expectations, providing an early warning of any variances and exceptions to the portfolios
Contribute to the ongoing expansion of the GO_PMO team, providing input to the development of services such as reporting, resource management and governance processes
Contribute to the ongoing development of GO_PMO services and processes by identifying and driving continuous improvement to enable, effective delivery of the global portfolios.
Support the development of the reporting processes for the portfolios, adhering to standards and timelines to ensure the provision of reliable and consistent management information.
Support the development and management of key reporting such Executive Portfolio Dashboards and portfolio trend analysis.
Support the GO_PMO communications and knowledge management strategy by quality checking templates and reference documents and publishing updates on the SharePoint site
Work with the Project Managers to ensure that their project documentation and plans are current, relevant and at the required standard
Assure the portfolio performance against KPIs and quality metrics, providing constructive challenge and ensuring that the programs and projects are aligned with TU’s strategic priorities
Be seen as a subject matter expert for the GO_PMO Program Teams in all areas of governance and assurance
A passionate advocate of the value a professional PMO team can bring to an organisation
An outgoing and engaging personality with strong interpersonal skills, being able to connect and build relationships with peers
Good knowledge of what governance and control processes look like, having demonstrable experience of practically applying it. You will be a skilled PMO professional.
Experience using a variety of project management and PMO tools
Experience using standard MS Office software to a highly competent level (SharePoint, MS Teams, Excel etc)
You will flourish being part of a team, have good collaboration skills and understand the value and importance of knowledge sharing.
You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, being able to communicate and influence with clarity and confidence.
Strong attention to details and technicalities. You will be thorough and pride yourself in the quality and accuracy of your work.
A confident multi-tasker, you will thrive in a fast paced environment that offers plenty of variety
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to ‘weed out’ the important from the noise
Experience of working collaboratively across organisational boundaries
A lifelong learner with a demonstrable record in professional improvement
For positions based in South Africa, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with the company's Employment Equity plan and targets.
Should you have not heard from us within 3 weeks from applying, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
Please note it is a requirement of the Global Capability Centre Africa that you reside in a home that is fibre ready; and has space for you to be able to work comfortably and confidentially on a day-to-day basis for the purpose of your proposed employment. You can be based anywhere in South Africa that has fibre, but will not be able to work in a location outside of South Africa.
A Minimum of a 100 Meg Fibre line is required, should you be successful, you will need to upgrade your line or install fibre in order to work effectively.
Please note that being a credit bureau, some positions require a clear credit record.

Responsibilities

Contribute to adoption of the GO_PMO Change and Governance frameworks, tools and processes to ensure adherence to change standards and methods
Proactively monitor projects against TCQ expectations, providing an early warning of any variances and exceptions to the portfolios
Contribute to the ongoing expansion of the GO_PMO team, providing input to the development of services such as reporting, resource management and governance processes
Contribute to the ongoing development of GO_PMO services and processes by identifying and driving continuous improvement to enable, effective delivery of the global portfolios
Support the development of the reporting processes for the portfolios, adhering to standards and timelines to ensure the provision of reliable and consistent management information
Support the development and management of key reporting such Executive Portfolio Dashboards and portfolio trend analysis
Support the GO_PMO communications and knowledge management strategy by quality checking templates and reference documents and publishing updates on the SharePoint site
Work with the Project Managers to ensure that their project documentation and plans are current, relevant and at the required standard
Assure the portfolio performance against KPIs and quality metrics, providing constructive challenge and ensuring that the programs and projects are aligned with TU’s strategic priorities
Be seen as a subject matter expert for the GO_PMO Program Teams in all areas of governance and assurance

FAQs

Is this position fully remote?

Yes, this is a fully remote position, but it may require occasional in-person attendance at work-related events at the discretion of management.

What qualifications are required for the Senior PMO Analyst role?

Applicants should have demonstrable experience in project management and PMO processes, strong knowledge of governance and control processes, and excellent analytical and communication skills.

What tools and software should I be proficient in for this position?

Candidates should have experience using project management and PMO tools, as well as a high level of competency in standard MS Office software including SharePoint, MS Teams, and Excel.

Is there a requirement for internet service for this position?

Yes, it is required that candidates reside in a home that has a fibre-ready connection with a minimum of 100 Meg fibre line to work effectively.

Will I need to work on-site at any point?

While the position is predominantly remote, there may be occasional requirements for in-person attendance at work-related events.

How is performance measured in this role?

Performance is assured against KPIs and quality metrics, ensuring that programs and projects are aligned with TransUnion’s strategic priorities.

What kind of team environment can I expect?

You can expect a collaborative team environment where knowledge sharing is valued, and strong interpersonal skills are essential to connect and build relationships with peers.

What is the importance of the GO_PMO Change and Governance frameworks?

The GO_PMO Change and Governance frameworks are crucial for ensuring adherence to change standards and methods, which supports effective project delivery and management.

Is there a preference for certain candidates based on location?

For positions based in South Africa, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with the company’s Employment Equity plan and targets.

What should I do if I do not hear back after applying?

If you have not heard from TransUnion within 3 weeks of applying, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

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Mission & Purpose

TransUnion is a global information and insights company that makes trust possible in the modern economy. We do this by providing an actionable picture of each person so they can be reliably represented in the marketplace. As a result, businesses and consumers can transact with confidence and achieve great things. This picture is grounded in our legacy as a credit reporting agency which enables us to tap into both credit and public record data; our data fusion methodology that helps us link, match and tap into the awesome combined power of that data; and our knowledgeable and passionate team, who stewards the information with expertise, and in accordance with local legislation around the world. A leading presence in more than 30 countries across five continents, TransUnion provides solutions that help create economic opportunity, great experiences and personal empowerment for hundreds of millions of people. We call this Information for Good®—it’s our purpose, and what drives us every day.