Project And Change Manager

The Opportunity

Save the Children International has an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as the Project and Change Manager - Oracle Recruitment CloudinLondon Centre Office or any existing SCI location

ROLE PURPOSE:

Transformation Delivery is responsible for the delivery of projects across Save the Children with a focus on providing Project and Change resources with the oversight of a Portfolio Management team.

The Oracle Recruitment Cloud (ORC) project aims to implement a recruitment platform within Oracle HCM Cloud, creating a fully integrated end-to-end recruitment process. The ORC recruitment platform will replace Save the Children’s current recruitment system Taleo, which is currently used by all of Save the Children International’s Regional and Country Offices, and 5 Members. Moving from Taleo to ORC will simplify, streamline and personalise the process, improving the recruitment process for Recruiters, Hiring Managers and Candidates. The Project is currently in the “Start Up” phase, and must be completed by November 2023, due to the license for Taleo ending then.

The Project/Change Manager will coordinate multiple work streams of activity to ensure that the ORC project is planned, resourced and then driven to a successful conclusion. They are also the main point of contact for any questions on the status of the project. This person will be responsible for establishing project management practices utilising SCA’s Project Lifecycle, delivering some of the change management deliverables managing relationships with key stakeholders and driving continuous improvements. The Project/Change Manager may be required to lead one or more of the workstreams in addition to this overall coordination role.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Essential:

Extensive track record of successfully managing a programme or project in software development and implementation.
Proven experience of using and leading change management activities including change impact assessment, stakeholder management, managing resistance, building change capacity, designing and defining roles and responsibilities.
Proficient demonstrable skills in managing and reporting complex projects within a Portfolio Office/PMO structure
Proven ability to deliver projects on time / on budget, using project management processes and tools including risk management, benefits management, financial management and quality assurance
Comprehensive management and influencing skills with experience of working with senior level executives
Ability to resolve issues swiftly and decisively whilst safeguarding standards and procedures
Strong team leadership abilities with the ability to motivate and mobilise individuals outside their reporting line
Excellent communication skills (written & oral English), including the ability to communicate and present to all levels of the organisation
Cultural awareness and experience of delivering solutions internationally

Desirable:

Non-profit sector knowledge/experience
Experience in a range of business process and implementation of systems within HR (Oracle HCM)

We can offer circa £55,000 per annum (If based in UK) with an option of flexible working hours. If the role is based outside of the UK, National T&C (including pay) will apply.

This role can be based in London or any existing Save the Children International office location on approval, provided the successful candidate has proof of eligibility to work from the preferred location.

Where we Work -Where We Work | Save the Children International

The Organisation

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Application Information:

Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and include details of your salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at www.savethechildren.net/careers/apply

We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.

Deadline for submission: 13/04/2022

Save the Children does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.