Senior Project Manager /Project Manager (Library System Services)

National Library Board; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Library Board (NLB) invites applications for a role that plans and leads release management of library software projects, delivering SaaS upgrades while balancing new features with system stability. You will also conduct feasibility studies, translate requirements into usable flows, and work with users to leverage IT for service improvements.

Applicants should have a IT/CS degree and 4–8 years of relevant experience, with SDLC, agile, and UX design knowledge.

Qualifications

• Degree in IT, CS or equivalent.
• 4–8 years IT industry experience.
• Experience in IT application development & maintenance with SDLC.
• Experience in agile development and UX design desirable.
• Experience with library systems technologies (ILS/LSP/Information Discovery) desirable.
• Knowledge of web/mobile development incl RESTful APIs, HTML5, CSS3, JS libraries and frameworks.
• Familiarity with Government Procurement, IM8 guidelines and contract management advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead the release management of library software projects, ensuring timely SaaS upgrades with balance of new features and stability.
• Conduct feasibility studies on new or improved products/services based on user requirements.
• Translate high-level requirements into detailed process flows, wireframes and system requirements.
• Collaborate with users to leverage IT for business needs and service innovations.
• Prepare proposals and storyboard IT solutions to gain user/management buy-in.
• Oversee design, development and implementation of web applications and integration across platforms.
• Oversee end-to-end procurement of IT services with transparency and best value.
• Manage vendors and contracts to ensure SLA-compliant performance.

Skills

SDLC management

Agile development

Stakeholder management

UX design

Education

Degree in IT/CS or equivalent

Tools

RESTful APIs

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript libraries

Job description

What the role is:

The National Library Board (NLB) nurtures Readers for Life, Learning Communities and a Knowledgeable Nation by promoting reading, learning and history through our network of 28 libraries across Singapore, the National Library and the National Archives of Singapore.

At NLB, you can look forward to a flexible, hybrid work environment with rewarding, impactful deliverables that improve the lives of the community. With caring colleagues, you will be in an ideal environment for professional development, innovation and impact.

We can offer you:

• A chance to Impact the Community, bridge gaps and empower everyone with the opportunity for learning and discovery.
• An opportunity to Innovate and Push Boundaries. We value ideas, curiosity and a passion for innovation to transform our libraries and archives.
• An organisation that Cares for your Growth and Wellbeing through investment in staff development and wellbeing in a supportive and collaborative environment.

What you will be working on:

• Plan and lead the release management of library software projects, ensuring seamless delivery of SaaS product upgrades, balancing new features with system stability, and adherence to release timelines.
• Conceptualize and perform feasibility studies on new or improved products and services based on user requirements.
• Translate high-level requirements into detailed process flows, wireframes, operations workflow, and system requirements.
• Work closely with users on leveraging IT to effectively support their business needs and services as well as to improve current work operations and innovation of new services.
• Prepare proposal and storyboarding of IT solutions to get buy-in from users and managements.
• Oversee the design, development and implementation of web applications, technology services, and integration of application systems across different technology platforms.
• Responsible for end-to-end procurement of IT services, ensuring objectivity, transparency, and best value for NLB and its patrons.
• Manage the vendors and contracts to ensure that the performance of vendors and deliverables are in accordance with the tender and service level agreements.

What we are looking for:

• Degree in IT, Computer Science or equivalent.
• At least 4 - 8 years of relevant working experience in IT environment.
• Experience in IT application development & maintenance, with demonstrated ability to manage the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Experience in agile development process and user experience design is desired.
• Experience in the management of library systems technologies (ILS/LSP/Information Discovery) is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of web and/or mobile development technologies including RESTful APIs, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript libraries and frameworks, and information discovery technologies is an added advantage.
• Good working knowledge of Quality Management Systems and ISO 9000 standards.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills to manage relevant stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Government Procurement Process, IM8 guidelines and contract management would have an added advantage.

The location of the role is at Viva Business Park.

Successful candidates will be appointed on a 2-year contract.

About National Library Board

To each reader, the library is a window to a vibrant imagination and exciting possibilities. For families, the library experience occupies a special in their hearts and of memories collected over generations. Libraries hold a special and familiar place in each of our hearts. NLB seeks to provide a trusted, accessible and globally-connected library and information service so as to promote a knowledgeable and engaged society.If you share our passion to create memorable library experiences for all our readers, we invite you to join the NLB family.