IFIB-ACT-SACT-25-01_#24 – CONTRACTOR SUPPORT TO MICROSOFT PROJECT (SERVER) ANALYSIS

Duties/role

• MS Project Server Ecosystem Development: Support portfolio management by developing and maintaining a suitable Microsoft Project Server ecosystem for the organization.
• Custom Development: Creating custom solutions and integrations using Project Server Interface (PSI) and Client-Side Object Model (CSOM).
• Workflow Development: Designing and implementing custom workflows to automate project management processes.
• Customization: Configuring custom fields, views, and filters to help portfolio managers easily access the information they need.
• Customizing Project Web App (PWA) to align with the specific needs and processes of the portfolio management team.
• Data Consistency: Maintaining data consistency and accuracy across integrated systems.
• API Integration: Integrating Project Server with other enterprise systems using APIs, ensuring a holistic view of portfolio data.
• Testing and Debugging: Conducting thorough testing and debugging of custom solutions to ensure they meet requirements.
• Automating Processes: Implementing workflows to streamline approval processes, status updates, and other repetitive tasks, allowing portfolio managers to focus on strategic decision-making.
• Developing Custom Reports: Creating tailored reports that provide insights into project performance, resource utilization, and portfolio health.
• Supporting the design of custom reports and interactive dashboards using SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), tools like Power BI to give portfolio managers a real-time view of key metrics.
• User Training: Providing training sessions and materials to help portfolio managers and their teams effectively use Project Server tools and features.
• Ongoing Support: Offering ongoing technical support to resolve any issues and ensure smooth operation of Project Server.
• Business Compliance: Ensure compliance with organizational policies and best practices for project tracking, reporting, and resource management.
• Organizational Compliance: Ensure compliance with NATO policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements for project data management.

Skills, Knowledge, Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Information Systems, Operations Research, Finance, or a related field.
• Certification in project management or business analysis (e.g., MSP, PMI-PBA, CBAP, PMP) preferred.
• Minimum five years of experience in project portfolio management, resource planning, or enterprise project data analysis.
• Minimum five years of experience in analyzing complex project data, developing reports, and creating dashboards using tools like MS Project, Power BI, Excel, and SQL.
• Experience improving project workflows, optimizing resource allocation, and supporting project governance frameworks to enhance decision-making.
• Demonstrable proficiency in effective oral and written communication, including briefing and coordinating with business stakeholders.