Head of Programme Management

Location: Tallahassee, FL (ONSITE) - Need Local
Duration: 12+ Months Contract
The Program manager will support an initiative to replace the legacy Accounting Information Resource system with a modern, cloud-based financial management solution Project. This large-scale, multi-year program aims to transform the way clients manage financial operations. This involves substantial coordination with multiple stakeholders, evaluation and remediation of existing business systems, process improvements, training development, and ensuring operational readiness.

This individual will ensure the alignment of systems, processes, data, and personnel with the new statewide financial system. The role requires high-level project and program management skills, leadership across cross-functional teams, and continuous collaboration with state agencies and vendors.

Lead and manage the overall Integration Program.
Develop and maintain program strategy, business case, and high-level project plans.
Coordinate and align multiple system integration projects across and partner agencies.
Ensure timely delivery of project milestones while adhering to budget and scope.
Serve as the primary point of contact between the Project team.
Develop user acceptance testing (UAT) and training plans specific to agency needs.
Prepare and present status reports, risk assessments, and executive recommendations.
Ensure compliance with state policies, standards, and contractual agreements.
Support teams in documentation for budget planning and legislative reporting.
Proven experience managing large-scale, complex public sector programs.
Strong background in enterprise system integration, preferably within financial systems.
Extensive knowledge of project and program management frameworks and tools.
Familiarity with Oracle PeopleSoft, Service Oriented Architecture (SOA), or cloud-based ERP solutions is a plus.
PMP (Project Management Professional) or PgMP (Program Management Professional)
Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or other Agile/PM certifications (a plus)