Applications Project Manager (SMGG)
We are seeking an experienced Applications Project Manager to deliver mission-critical, government-related IT application projects from project initiation through deployment and operational handover (Day 1 / Day 2).
This role is for a hands-on delivery PM who owns outcomes, not a PMO or coordination-only profile.
Key Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end delivery of government application projects, including planning, execution, deployment, and post-go-live (Day 2) support
Accountable for schedule, scope, risks, issues, and delivery outcomes
Lead cross-functional technical teams and partners in a regulated government environment
Own deployment planning, cutover activities, and operational readiness
Act as the primary interface with government customers and internal stakeholders
Prepare and present clear project status, risk, and progress reports to management and customers
Deliver projects under tight timelinesand regulatory constraints
Mandatory Requirements
Please apply only if you meet the following criteria:
Degree in Engineering (Computer / Telecommunication), Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent
Minimum 8 years work experience and 3 years of relevant Government Applications Projects as Project Manager
Proven experience delivering government-related IT application projects (Day 1 / Day 2)
Demonstrated ownership of project delivery outcomes, not PMO or reporting-only roles•
Experience managing project teams (5 or more)
Strong written and verbal communication skills for customer and management reporting
Professional Competencies
Strong stakeholder and management skills
Good interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships
Self-motivated, structured, and delivery-focused
Able to work independently while managing multiple priorities in complex environments
Technical Experience (Advantageous)
J2EE-based application solutions and development
WebSphere / WebLogic Application Servers
Oracle and/or MSSQL Database Servers
Domain Knowledge (Advantageous)
National ID systems
E-Passports
Biometrics
Smart Cards
Immigration Clearance Systems / Gates
Certifications (Advantageous)
CITPM, PMP, PRINCE2
Agile-related certifications (e.g. Certified Scrum Master) with practical delivery experience