Skill requirements:

Education: BS in engineering.

Credentials (certificates, courses, memberships): Recommended CAPM or PMP certification

Experience: 

·         At least 2 years of experience in project management.

·         Experience in networking and IP is recommended.

  Languages: fluent in Arabic, French & English

Prerequisites/Special skills:

·         Strong knowledge in networking and communications.

·         Proficient knowledge of IP protocols.

·         Proficient knowledge in Microsoft Office applications, Microsoft Project, Excel.

·         Excellent communication skills.

·         Able to work in a team handling diverse activities.

·         Possess intellectual curiosity and an aptitude to learn new technologies.

·         Willing to enrich his/her knowledge by building a certification program.

·         Need to continuously develop his/her personal qualifications & certifications portfolio.

·         Dynamic, creative and capable of taking initiative.

·         Capable of drafting summary reports.

·         Familiarity with Microsoft CRM software is a bonus.

Key responsibilities and competences:

Project/Practice Management:

·         Manages projects of type A, B & C, and revises work plans as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.

·         Identifies resources needed and assigns individual responsibilities.

·         Manages day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope.

·         Effectively applies our methodology and enforces project standards.

·         Reviews deliverables prepared by team before passing to client.

·         Manages the project resources.

·         Supports the solutions team during the initiation phase by completing the project specifications document with project management related information.

·         Responsible for increasing the post sales customer satisfaction ratio by paying close attention to client needs and by supervising all the project’s requirements.

·         Prepares for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures.

·         Ensures project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.

·         Must attend training and seminars to develop relevant knowledge and skills.

·         Assures project legal documents are completed and signed.

·         Suggests areas for improvement in internal processes along with possible solutions.

·         Approves team members' time and expense reports in a conscientious and timely manner.

Project Accounting:

·         Tracks and reports team hours and expenses on a weekly basis.

·         Manages project budgets.

·         Determines appropriate revenue recognition, ensures timely and accurate invoicing, and monitors receivables for project in coordination with the Accounting Department.

·         Follows up with clients, when necessary, regarding unpaid invoices.

Work conditions:

Scope:

·         The workplace can be either Data Consult offices or at the customer’s premises.

·         All activities of Data Consult falling under the Projects Department scope of responsibility.

·         The services provided consists of all the networking projects that Data Consult is currently affiliated with and handled by the Project Manager’s corresponding teams.

Communication line:

·         Facilitates team and client meetings effectively.

·         Holds regular status meetings with project team.

·         Keeps project team well informed of changes within the organization and general corporate news.

·         Effectively communicates relevant project information to superiors.

·         Delivers engaging, informative, well-organized presentations.

·         Resolves and/or escalates issues in a timely fashion.

·         Understands how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully.

·        Must document support calls in the call tracking system.

Travel information: Mobile and able to travel (valid passport required)