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2015-08-26 17:03:55| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Copernicus Programme Manager mf Ref. No. 159351 Terma The hightech and innovative Terma Group develops products and systems for defense, nondefense and security applications, including command and control systems, radar systems, selfprotection systems for aircraft and vessels, space technology, and aerostructures for the aircraft industry. Terma is headquartered at Aarhus, Denmark. Internationally, Terma has subsidiaries and operations in The Netherlands, Germany, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, India, Singapore and the U.S. The Space Business Area contributes with missioncustomized software and hardware products including power systems and star trackers as well as services to support a number of inorbit pioneering European scientific and Earth observation satellite missions. Additionally, Terma is contracted for the development and delivery of software and hardware systems and services for numerous ongoing and future European, and international missions. Terma Space operates out of Denmark, The Netherlands, Germany, and the UK. Job description For our customer, EUMETSAT in Darmstadt, Germany, we are seeking an experienced Programme Management Support Consultant to provide management support to the Copernicus Programme and Service Manager within the EUMETSAT Operations and User Support Department. Copernicus, previously known as GMES Global Monitoring for Environment and Security, is the European Programme for the establishment of a European capacity for Earth Observation. The Copernicus Programme Manager will liaise with the Copernicus Programme and Service Management Office CPO team. Overall, you will support the Copernicus Programme management in the preparation of implementation reports to be delivered to the European Commission EC and to EUMETSAT Delegate Bodies, in the preparation of Programme bilateral meetings between the EC and EUMETSAT and associated documentation presentations, agendas, minutes of meeting, in the monitoring and reporting of Programme indicators including technical service level performance indicators and in the maintenance of management and high level plans. Responsibilities The tasks of the Copernicus Programme Management Support Consultant will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following Support the Copernicus Programme Manager in the preparation of annual and quarterly implementation reports to be delivered to the EC including service performance and technical progress, open issues, action status, risk status Support the Copernicus Programme Manager in the preparation of annual Work Programmes detailing the set of tasks to be implemented and associated schedule Support the Copernicus Programme Manager in the preparation of Programme Management Meetings between the EU and EUMETSAT including the preparation of agendas, viewgraphs addressing progress and main issues, recording of the Minutes of Meetings and of the associated actions Support the Copernicus Programme Manager in the preparation of elements of progress reports to EUMETSAT Delegate Bodies as well as the preparation of synthetic progress reports for internal and external purposes Support the Programme Manager in the preparation of the Programme Briefings from a management standpoint as well as the organization of dedicated key points In close liaison with the CPO and operations teams, support the establishment and maintenance of service level indicators to track and report progress of Copernicus entrusted activities and associated service level performances Maintain with the Copernicus Programme Manager and his team a Critical Item List associated with all entrusted activities 8 In close liaison with the Copernicus Quality Assurance Engineer, support the periodic maintenance of the EUMETSAT Copernicus Management Plan ECMP the Management Plan for Copernicus data services delivered by EUMETSAT on behalf of the European Commission SMP and all associated documents including work practises etc. the Work Breakdown Structure, Product tree Documentation tree In close liaison with the Copernicus Programme Manager and his team, follow up the progress and status of the internal actions decided at various occasions such like the Programme Management Meetings, the Ramp Up Steering Committee meetings, the Management Board meetings, or coming from internal CPO Team meetings This is a fulltime position located at EUMETSATs premises in Darmstadt, Germany. The start date is November 1st, 2015. A limited number of travels within Europe will be necessary. Qualifications Competencies You shall have, as a prerequisite, a demonstrated experience in project management of at least 5 years, in service management and service level monitoring and reporting, preferably in space projects, and a university degree or equivalent. The following skills are mandatory Project Management Prince 2 or equivalent and Project Control including Project planning, initiation, and organization Software tools for project management Accurate estimating and cost control Project execution and control Developing powerful project presentations and reports, Managing risk and making decisions Effective problem management Performance service management Managing change Excellent analytical and reporting skills Knowledge and experience of QA processes and procedures Expert in using Microsoft Office software Word, Excel, Powerpoint and MS Project Excellent oral and written communication in English You are required to have the experience and capability to fulfil the assigned tasks with the minimum of supervision. You shall have good interpersonal skills. You shall have the soft skills to cope with different situations, conflicts, uncertainty, and doubt. This means Being flexible Being persistent and firm when necessary Being creative Absorbing large volumes of data from multiple sources Being patient but able to differentiate between patience and action Being able to handle large amounts of continuous, often unrelenting stress Furthermore, you should preferably have experience of working on a collaborative programme between different partners. What can Terma offer At Terma, we consider skilled employees, enthusiasm and job satisfaction as the very foundation of our success and as a prerequisite for the development of the bestinclass solutions that Terma provides. We lead the way in applying new technology, offering a wide range of growth opportunities for each individual and emphasizing mutual respect across the board in our workplace. Terma offers you a pleasant working environment at the customer site, where you will be able to take on challenging tasks and responsibilities in a highly professional company. Great opportunities for training and personal development Challenges in advanced technical environment International and cosmopolitan working atmosphere An employment contract with an attractive package with extralegal benefits Highly competitive salary Recruitment is dependent on successful selection by the customer. Additional information For further information, please contact Mr. Kevin Davies by telephone 49 6151 860050 or by email terma.determa.com. To ensure that your application will reach us and is properly processed we would prefer that you apply through the link httpswww.epos.dkREKTermaJoblistShowJobOffer.aspx?dbaliasEposRECTermalangenjobOfferEntityId710joblistId1 with a Cover Letter explaining your background and expertise, as well as your earliest date of availability, and a uptodate Curriculum Vitae. Closing date September 14th, 2015. Please note that applicants must hold all appropriate documentation and permits to work in Europe. Terma develops products and systems for defense, civilian authorities, and security applications, including command and control systems, radar systems, selfprotection systems for vessels and aircraft, space technology, and advanced aerostructures for the aircraft industry. Terma is headquartered in Aarhus, Denmark, and maintains international subsidiaries and operations in The Netherlands, Germany, India, Singapore, and the U.S. Sign up for Termas newsletter here or follow Terma to remain updated on our news and events
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