Graduate Project Management - Finance Division

WELCOME TO SITA

SITA is the leading specialist in air transport communications and information technology. We don’t just connect the global aviation industry, we apply decades of experience and expertise to address almost every core business, operational, baggage, and passenger process in air transport. As an organization, we cover 95% of all international air travel destinations and work with over 2,800 air transport and government customers in every corner of the globe. Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of technology while embracing our collaborative, and inclusive culture.

Ready to redefine air travel? The journey starts here, with you at SITA.

ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM:

This is an ideal entry-level role where you will work on many project activities within our fast-paced global Finance, Legal & Corporate Services community.

The essence of the role is to provide support to a small, central Project Office which drives and supports a wide range of initiatives that meets the needs of FLCS Must-Win battles by providing hands-on project support and other assistance under the supervision of the team lead.

This role provides an opportunity to:

• Work with people in a local or distant setting who come from diverse backgrounds.
• Develop core competencies and skills needed to pursue a career in project management.
• Give the incumbent exposure to major corporate related projects.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Support to the Project Management Office in the management of key Projects:

• Track or support the Project Manager(s) in tracking activities and deliverables to completion (e.g. ensure progress on action logs).
• Help design project document templates to ensure content quality consistency across team members.
• Manage small work packages, delivering the agreed scope on time, on budget, and at the targeted quality level, with supervision from team lead.
• Support the planning process by drafting various plans and log-type documents.
• Organize (scheduling, preparing agenda and presentations) and participate in project team meetings, recording and issuing decisions & actions to relevant stakeholders.
• Support your Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) or Project Managers in Researching, analyzing, formatting, and validating data to support specific deliverables.
• Support your (SMEs) or Project Managers in preparing specific deliverables including but not limited to work plans and status reports, content delivery.
• Ramp-up expertise in controlling and reporting on project costs vs. budget, and management of project-related purchase orders (incl. ensuring payments are completed as scheduled).

EXPERIENCE:

• University degree in business administration or Information Technology
• Relevant project management qualifications or willingness to undertake them (e.g. PMP)
• Some experience in Project Coordination having assisted project managers on one or more projects.
• Some experience in either IT solutions provider environment / Team experience in an IT environment / Finance operations environment.
• Department related Knowledge and Skills: interest in IT-Solution and Air Transport Industry (ATI), basic understanding or financial management concepts including budgeting, Forecasting, reporting and operations within finance.
• Project Management Knowledge and Skills: able to operate within virtual teams, to plan, organize and structure your own work and the work of others
• Pro-activity and persistence, attention to detail and analytical skills, communication and reporting skills - presentations
• Focus on delivering results, strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Confidentiality / discretion
• Strong proficiency in MS Office 365 (in Particular Excel / PowerPoint / MS Teams)

WHAT WE OFFER:  

SITA’s workplace is all about diversity, many different countries and cultures are represented in our workforce. We collaborate in our impressive offices, embracing a hybrid work format. As part of our global benefits, we offer:

🏡 Flex-week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your Team's needs).

⌚ Flex-day: You may wish to flex your arrival time at the office, to beat the rush hours or you may want to leave the office earlier to pick up your kids from school or to go to your favorite game: We support you in being open about your needs and routine with you manager.

🌎 Flex-location: Benefit for 26 working days from anywhere around the world each year!

🙌🏽 Competitive benefits according to the local market

SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify in the application process.