Job Overview

Associate Manager – Forums

An exciting opportunity at the SLASSCOM Corporate Office to drive the growth of this dynamic and fast-growing industry in Sri Lanka. The role will suit an organized person with high attention to detail, strengths in program management, able to work in a dynamic team environment. You will report to the Executive Director.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Program Management

• Work with the SLASSCOM Board and General Council to manage two forums (special interest groups) within SLASSCOM
• Host monthly meetings to plan and execute on event calendar and outcomes
• Coordinate events and ensure the smooth functioning of the forums
• Organize and manage events within the budgets identified liaising with third-parties as required
• Determine and define project scope and objectives
• Predict resources needed to reach objectives and manage resources in an effective and efficient manner
• Prepare budget based on scope of work and resource requirements
• Track project costs to meet budget
• Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan
• Provide project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progress
• Manage contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables
• Utilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project execution
• Monitor progress and make adjustments as needed
• Measure project performance to identify areas for improvement

You will possess:

• At least five years of experience in a similar capacity with a proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and extremely resourceful
• Ability to manage a variety of tasks and work under pressure, with changing priorities
• Respectful of the importance of confidentiality and professionalism
• High comfort level working with top-level executives and professionals
• Competent in using Microsoft Office applications

If this opportunity interests you and you meet the criteria mentioned above, please email your profile to oshan.withanage@slasscom.lk by Friday, 15th December 2022. Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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