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Nando's Program Management Office (PMO) Director North America in Washington, District Of Columbia
NANDO'S VISION
At Nando's, we want to be the most loved restaurant brand in North America, sharing the spirit of Nando's PERi-PERi with everyone who chooses to access it. We will redesign and build a business that thrives as it answers fully it is consumers' needs -and endures over time through genuinely putting people at the heart of what we do. We will lead with our values and act with care, compassion, and kindness. By doing this, we will Change Lives Together, every day and everywhere.
ROLE SUMMARY
The Program Management Office (PMO) Director for Nando's North America is accountable for establishing the PMO and driving project management activities by managing the enterprise-wide project portfolio. They will coordinate and consolidate the work across all work streams relative to planning our North America timeline. They will be responsible for driving project management best practices, establishing resource and capacity management. As with all members of the Nando's family, the Project Management Office Director will be expected to wear multiple hats, seek out opportunities to make Nando's and themselves better every day, and in general, be a good team player! The essential functions of this position are mapped out below:
KEY FOCUS AREAS
Business Planning and Management
Responsible for building and establishing the business plan for the project management office for Nando's North America
Administers and manages the overall business plan that includes scope, timelines, capacity, and resources within the organization
Creates and implements tools, templates, and processes on projects to ensure deliverables are met on time
Proactively identify and manage risks, issues, cross-project dependencies, and report on project status expected outcomes and benefits
Project Management, Resource and Capacity Planning
Responsible for Nando's North America project portfolio, which includes implementing capacity planning for resources within each department. Also, monitoring key initiatives for projects to be delivered in timely manner.
Partner with project leads to ensure proper resources and capacity are allocated for projects
Build and communicate strategic criteria for project portfolio
Manage key strategic projects for the company to ensure organization and timely delivery
Establish project prioritization criteria and processes, to ensure Nando's North America is utilizing resources on the right projects
Stakeholder Engagement
Partner with executive leadership and department leads on the business plan and help the organization focus on key priorities to drive efficiency in the business
Work with key stakeholders on cross functional projects for the organization and streamline processes to maximize resources
Partner with training team to help build capabilities among other project leaders within the organization
ROLE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's Degree with 8+ years overall Program and Project Management and 3+ years multi-program Program Director or PMO experience.
Strong experience in managing relationships with C-level executives (CEO, CFO, CIO, COO, etc.)
Demonstrated experience in supporting / leading large-scale programs and projects/initiatives to successful completion and implementation.
Exhibited the ability to manage conflict, escalations, negotiating compromise & influencing others, and problem solving
Interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships at all levels within the enterprise
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
Strategic thinker with an entrepreneurial mindset
Anticipates and addresses issues and can make decisions quickly
Experience facilitating within small and large groups
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES & VALUES
Passion
Energetic: goes the extra mile for their team
Rooted: sees the work as more than just a job and is enthusiastic about success in their role
Positive: constructive, optimistic, and confident
Dedicated: committed, loyal and steadfast
Learning orientation: desire and drive to acquire knowledge and skills necessary to perform job more effectively
Pride
Meticulous: demonstrates a commitment to quality and excellence in the execution of work
Self-motivated: initiative to undertake or continue a task or activity without prodding or supervision
Conscientious: hardworking, diligent, and reliable
Humility: modest and unassuming, taking pride and not praise in activities and achievements, this does not take the form of arrogance.
Family
Courteous: respectful and considerate in manner and behavior towards others, treats others with compassion, care, and kindness
Adaptable: work effectively within a variety of diverse situations, and with diverse individuals
Team player: engaging, cooperative, contributing, and supportive of team members
Willing: eager, prepared, and quick to act or respond
Courage
Assertive: confidently communicate needs or wishes in a constructive manner
Resilient: effectively handle stressful or pressurized situations
Tenacious: persistent regardless of setbacks
Integrity
Integrity: adherence to accepted principles of right and wrong, interesting in doing the right thing
Credible: honest, trustworthy, accountable, and dependable
Genuine: keeping everyone's best in at heart
Nandos North America provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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