Analysis Skills, Auditing, Best Practices, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Consulting, Customer Support/Service, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Financial Management, Financial Risk Management, Government, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Performance Analysis, Professional Services, Program Evaluation, Project Evaluation, Project Execution, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Reporting Dashboards, Reporting Skills, Resource Utilization, Risk Management, State Government, Status Reports, System Integration (SI), Technical Strategy, Validation Testing, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation
Location: Jefferson City, MO
Duration: 12-Month Contract with Anticipated 12-Month Extension
Work Schedule: Onsite Every Other Week (Monday-Thursday)
Client Details
This professional services organization is a recognized leader in delivering innovative solutions across various industries. With a focus on high-quality results, this medium-sized company supports clients in achieving their goals through technology-driven strategies and services.
Description
- Lead Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V) activities for a complex ERP transformation program.
- Assess program health, implementation progress, and overall project execution.
- Establish and support program governance frameworks, controls, and oversight processes.
- Conduct independent reviews of project deliverables, milestones, and key program artifacts.
- Monitor financial performance, budget adherence, and resource utilization.
- Identify, assess, and track program risks, issues, and mitigation strategies.
- Provide objective recommendations to executive leadership regarding program direction and performance.
- Develop and deliver executive-level status reports, dashboards, and presentations.
- Evaluate vendor, implementation partner, and project team performance.
- Ensure compliance with established governance, quality, and program management standards.
- Collaborate with State leadership, and implementation partners to support successful program outcomes.
Profile
Required Qualifications
- Experience leading or supporting Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V) initiatives.
- Strong background in program governance, oversight, and quality assurance.
- Experience reviewing project deliverables, financial performance, and risk management activities.
- Proven ability to provide executive reporting and strategic recommendations.
- Experience working within large, complex technology transformation programs.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and analytical skills.
- Ability to independently assess project performance and identify areas of concern.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience overseeing large-scale ERP implementation programs.
- Public sector, state government, or government consulting experience.
- Background in enterprise transformation, PMO governance, or program assurance.
- Experience evaluating system integrators, implementation partners, and vendor performance.
- Knowledge of project management, audit, compliance, and governance best practices.
Ideal Candidate Background
Candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas are highly preferred:
- ERP Oversight & Governance
- Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V)
- Public Sector / State Government Programs
- Large-Scale ERP Implementations
- Enterprise PMO Leadership
- Program Assurance & Risk Management
Job Offer
- Competitive hourly pay ranging from $100 to $110 USD.
- Opportunity to work in a professional services environment with a focus on technology innovation.
- Engage in impactful projects that contribute to organizational success.
- Temporary role offering valuable experience in program oversight and IV&V processes.
If you are motivated to make a difference and possess the skills required for this role, we encourage you to apply today!
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