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VACANCY NOTICE: IT PROJECT MANAGER

Core Content

The European Banking Authority (EBA) is seeking applications for the position of IT Project Manager to establish a reserve list. This role is part of the Operations Department's Information Technology Unit and involves managing critical IT projects in alignment with the EBA Work Program and IT strategy.

The contract is a temporary agent fixed-term contract of 3 years, with the possibility of extension. The starting date is estimated to be 1 December 2019. The place of employment is in Paris, France.

Main Purpose of the Position

The IT Project Manager will be responsible for:

• Managing IT projects in accordance with EBA's project methodology and procedures.
• Managing resources, including vendors, and overseeing budget and contract management.
• Acting as a development manager for IT projects, whether internally developed or vendor-based.
• Ensuring stakeholder engagement and successful project delivery through effective communication and collaboration across the organization.
• Representing the EBA in forums related to IT projects and programs, and promoting a project-oriented culture.

Requirements

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a national of an EU Member State or EEA country.
• Must be entitled to full citizen rights.
• Must have fulfilled military service obligations.
• Must have knowledge of at least two official EU languages, with English being the primary working language.
• Must be physically fit for the role.

Qualifications

• University degree (minimum 3 years of study) or equivalent (minimum 4 years of study).
• At least 10 years (for 3-year degree) or 9 years (for 4-year degree) of relevant full-time professional experience in IT, with at least 5 years in project management.

Selection Criteria

• Significant experience in managing large IT projects (budget > €2m, duration > 1 year).
• Certification in Project Management.
• Experience in managing both internally developed and vendor-based IT projects.
• Proven skills in Contract and Vendor Management, Budgeting, Procurement, and Product Management.
• Experience in successful project delivery in environments with strong governance and diverse stakeholder engagement.

Advantages include:

• Experience in public sector procurement (preferably under European Commission rules).
• Experience in IT Development and Software Development Lifecycle.

Competencies

Candidates must demonstrate the following competencies:

• Strong sense of responsibility and planning.
• Disciplined and ethical approach to work.
• Agile and flexible mindset with a solution-oriented attitude.
• Team-oriented and empathetic with cross-border engagement skills.
• Ability to analyze complex information and propose solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under time pressure.
• Self-management skills with minimal supervision.

Equal Opportunities

The EBA applies an equal opportunities policy and ensures no discrimination in its recruitment process.

Selection Procedure

• A selection committee will evaluate applications based on eligibility and selection criteria.
• Written tests in English will be conducted for shortlisted candidates. The total score is 10, with a minimum passing score of 6.
• Only candidates who pass the written tests will be invited to interviews.
• Successful candidates with a total score of 12 or above will be placed on the reserve list, valid until 31 December 2020. Recruitment is not guaranteed.

Appointment and Employment Conditions

• Contract type: Temporary agent fixed-term contract (3 years) with a probation period of 9 months.
• Estimated monthly basic salary: €6,934.02.
• Remuneration package is detailed in Staff Regulations (Articles 62–70) and Annex VII.
• Salaries are exempt from national tax, with Union tax at source applied.
• Benefits may include expatriation allowance, household allowance, dependent child allowance, education allowance, and others based on individual circumstances.
• Annual leave: 2 days per calendar month, plus additional days based on age, grade, and supplementary home leave (2.5 days for those entitled to expatriation allowance).

Application Submission

• Applications must be submitted in English and include:
  • Europass format CV.
  • Motivation letter.
  • Filled eligibility criteria grid, dated and signed.
• The deadline is 16 September 2019 at 12:00 noon Paris time.
• Incomplete applications will be disregarded.
• Supporting documents (e.g., diplomas, ID cards) are not required at this stage.

Data Protection

• Personal data will be processed in accordance with EU Regulation (EU) 2018/1725 on data protection and free movement of data.

Appeal Procedure

Candidates may appeal decisions through:

• Request for review by email within 10 days of the decision.
• Formal complaint under Article 90(2) of the Staff Regulations to the Executive Director.
• Judicial appeal to the General Court under Article 270 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union.
• Complaint to the European Ombudsman under Article 228(1) of the Treaty, after exhausting internal appeal procedures.

Key Information

• Deadline: 16 September 2019 at 12:00 noon Paris time.
• Reserve list validity: Until 31 December 2020, possibly renewed.
• Job location: Europlaza, 20 Avenue André Prothin, Courbevoie, France.
• Application email: EBA-Applications@eba.europa.eu.
• Subject line: Include the reference number "OPER IT TA AD8 RL 2019" and the candidate's name.

Additional Notes

• Confidentiality: Selection committee decisions are strictly confidential.
• Conflict of interest declaration: Required before recruitment, to be submitted using a specific form.
• Non-suspensive effect: Appeals to the European Ombudsman do not pause the time limits for internal complaints or judicial appeals.