IT Project Manager

• International Environment
• Project management and IT competencies

About Our Client

Our client is a leading international organization based in Geneva, operating in a fast-paced and multicultural environment. To support ongoing digital transformation initiatives and strategic technology projects, they are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager with a strong technical background and the ability to bridge business and technology teams across multiple regions.

Job Description

The IT Project Manager will be responsible for leading end-to-end delivery of complex technology projects in an international environment. This role requires a combination of project management expertise, technical knowledge, stakeholder management skills, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution.

The ideal candidate combines strong leadership capabilities with hands-on technical understanding, enabling them to effectively challenge technical teams, manage project risks, and drive successful outcomes aligned with business objectives.

• Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and delivery of IT projects from initiation through completion.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, resources, and deliverables.
• Collaborate closely with business stakeholders, technical teams, vendors, and external partners.
• Translate business requirements into clear technical workstreams and project roadmaps.
• Facilitate communication between infrastructure, software development, cybersecurity, data, and business teams.
• Identify project risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategies.
• Ensure adherence to project governance, quality standards, and best practices.
• Coordinate international teams located across multiple countries and time zones.
• Organize steering committees, project status meetings, and executive reporting.
• Monitor project performance through KPIs and project dashboards.
• Support change management and user adoption initiatives.
• Manage third-party vendors and technology implementation partners.
• Contribute to technology strategy discussions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure successful transition from project delivery to operational support teams.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience managing IT projects in complex international environments.
• Previous technical experience in areas such as software development, infrastructure, cloud technologies, systems engineering, or enterprise applications.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of IT project delivery methodologies.
• Experience working within multicultural and globally distributed organizations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Strong understanding of enterprise IT environments and system architecture.
• Experience with Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud).
• Knowledge of enterprise applications, integrations, and data flows.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and IT governance frameworks.
• Experience with Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid project methodologies.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, MS Project, or similar platforms.
• Ability to understand technical designs, architecture diagrams, and infrastructure landscapes.
• Knowledge of data platforms, APIs, and modern digital technologies is considered an advantage.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a highly international and multicultural organization.

Exposure to strategic, high-impact technology initiatives.

Collaborative and innovative working environment.

Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Professional development and career growth opportunities.

Offices located in Geneva.

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JN-092026-7100459

Job Function

Information Technology

Specialisation

IT Project & Programme Management

Industry

Not For Profit

Where

Geneva

Contract Type

Permanent

Job Reference

JN-092026-7100459