Project Manager: Forensic Evidence Project

FIC is an equal opportunity employer. Preference will be given to suitably qualified **AFRICAN MALES**applicants in line with our Employment Targets and our commitment to diversifying our workforce.

**JOB PURPOSE**

To manage and oversee projects that provide forensic evidence to support law enforcement agencies in investigating complex financial crimes, ensuring timely, efficient, and high-quality delivery of all project components.

**KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS**
- Project Initiation and Business Case Development
- Structure the business case for identified project concepts, including a thorough cost/benefit analysis to justify the need for forensic investigations and resource allocation.
- Develop a project charter that outlines the objectives, scope, and deliverables of the project, establishing a high-level roadmap aligned with the FIC's strategic vision and the requirements of law enforcement agencies.

Project Planning and Methodology Application
- Create a detailed project plan using approved FIC project management methodologies and processes, ensuring all tasks, timelines, and resources are clearly defined.

Project Execution and Performance Management
- Actively manage all components and work streams of the project, driving performance and addressing any project quality or design issues that arise.
- Manage project constraints such as time, budget, and scope to ensure quality forensic evidence is delivered on time and within budget.
- Integrate various design components, including process, people, and technology dimensions, to support the effective gathering and analysis of forensic evidence.

Stakeholder Engagement and Governance
- Empower project stakeholders, including law enforcement agencies, through regular updates and feedback, enabling informed decision-making at the Steering Committee level.
- Serve as the single point of contact for all project-related issues, governance, and risk escalation, ensuring timely communication and consideration of alternative project options

Project Initiation and Business Case Development
- Structure the business case for identified project concepts, including a thorough cost/benefit analysis to justify the need for forensic investigations and resource allocation.
- Develop a project charter that outlines the objectives, scope, and deliverables of the project, establishing a high-level roadmap aligned with the FIC's strategic vision and the requirements of law enforcement agencies.

Project Planning and Methodology Application
- Create a detailed project plan using approved FIC project management methodologies and processes, ensuring all tasks, timelines, and resources are clearly defined.

Project Execution and Performance Management
- Actively manage all components and work streams of the project, driving performance and addressing any project quality or design issues that arise.
- Manage project constraints such as time, budget, and scope to ensure quality forensic evidence is delivered on time and within budget.
- Integrate various design components, including process, people, and technology dimensions, to support the effective gathering and analysis of forensic evidence.

Stakeholder Engagement and Governance
- Empower project stakeholders, including law enforcement agencies, through regular updates and feedback, enabling informed decision-making at the Steering Committee level.
- Serve as the single point of contact for all project-related issues, governance, and risk escalation, ensuring timely communication and consideration of alternative project options.
- Engage with multiple and diverse stakeholders to manage expectations and ensure the project is delivered successfully, providing vital support to law enforcement agencies.

Monitoring, Reporting, and Risk Management
- Monitor, control, and communicate project progress using standard reporting formats, including status reports, to keep stakeholders informed.
- Establish mechanisms to assess the realisation of benefits committed to in the business case, ensuring that forensic evidence meets the needs of law enforcement agencies.
- Continuously monitor project risks and develop prevention and mitigation strategies to address any challenges that may impact the delivery of forensic evidence.

Resource Management and Quality Assurance
- Ensure efficient management of project resources, including internal teams and external service providers, to maintain project momentum and achieve high-quality outcomes.
- Oversee project teams, review deliverables, and ensure quality assurance of all outputs related to the collection and analysis of forensic evidence.
- Recommend project/program governance structures and PMO standards/methodology to ensure consistent and effective project management practices.

Project Close-Out and Continuous Improvement
- Perform project close-out activities, ensuring all deliverables are completed, and the project objectives are met.
- Ensure all aspects of the project, including proj