Remote IT Project Lead for Humanitarian Tech Initiatives

WFP; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

World Food Programme is seeking a Project Manager for remote engagement to lead complex IT initiatives across multiple business lines. You will partner with business engagement managers to orchestrate workflows and deliver MVPs with strong governance and user-focused design.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in project management, experience with both Waterfall and Agile, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and external partners while controlling scope, time, and budget.

Qualifications

• University degree in business, economics, IT or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience.
• Experience with Waterfall and Agile methodologies.
• Ability to interact with multiple levels of management and stakeholders.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate a portfolio of complex IT initiatives spanning one or more business lines.
• Define MVP with value delivery focus and establish governance.
• Manage risks, issues, and changes; monitor budgets and schedules.
• Ensure SDLC/ Scrum adherence and quality standards across teams.
• Staff planning and coordination with PMO and IT Solution Owner.

Skills

Project management

Agile

Waterfall

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Risk management

Team leadership

Communication

Multivendor coordination

English proficiency

Education

University degree in Business Administration, Economics, Information Technology or related fields

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Confluence

Job description

World Food Programme is seeking a Project Manager for remote engagement to lead complex IT initiatives across multiple business lines. You will partner with business engagement managers to orchestrate workflows and deliver MVPs with strong governance and user-focused design.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in project management, experience with both Waterfall and Agile, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and external partners while controlling scope, time, and budget.