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Senior PMO Analyst role available in the Global Operations PMO (GO_PMO). This role is part of the expansion of the GO_PMO Governance & Assurance Team which holds responsibility for driving and maintaining Portfolio Planning, Resourcing, Reporting and Assurance This is a remote position which may require occasional in-person attendance at work-related events at the discretion of management.
Role Overview And Core Responsibilities
Day to Day You’ll:
Contribute to adoption of the CIS Portfolio management Change and Governance frameworks, tools and processes to ensure adherence to change standards and methods
Proactively monitor projects against TCQ expectations, providing an early warning of any variances and exceptions to the portfolios
Contribute to the ongoing expansion of the CIS Portfolio Management team, providing input to the development of services such as reporting, resource management and governance processes
Contribute to the ongoing development of CIS Portfolio Management services and processes by identifying and driving continuous improvement to enable, effective delivery of the global portfolios.
Support the development of the reporting processes for the portfolios, adhering to standards and timelines to ensure the provision of reliable and consistent management information.
Support the development and management of key reporting such Executive Portfolio Dashboards and portfolio trend analysis.
Support the CIS Portfolio Management communications and knowledge management strategy by quality checking templates and reference documents and publishing updates on the SharePoint site
Work with the Portfolio Leads and Project Managers to ensure that their project documentation and plans are current, relevant and at the required standard
Assure the portfolio performance against KPIs and quality metrics, providing constructive challenge and ensuring that the programs and projects are aligned with TU’s strategic priorities
Be seen as a subject matter expert for the GO_PMO Program Teams in all areas of governance and assurance
Required Knowledge And Experiences
Additionally you will be/have:
A passionate advocate of the value a professional PMO team can bring to an organisation
An outgoing and engaging personality with strong interpersonal skills, being able to connect and build relationships with peers
Good knowledge of what governance and control processes look like, having demonstrable experience of practically applying it. You will be a skilled PMO professional.
Experience using a variety of project management and PMO tools
Experience using standard MS Office software to a highly competent level (SharePoint, MS Teams, Excel etc)
You will flourish being part of a team, have good collaboration skills and understand the value and importance of knowledge sharing.
You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, being able to communicate and influence with clarity and confidence.
Strong attention to details and technicalities. You will be thorough and pride yourself in the quality and accuracy of your work.
A confident multi-tasker, you will thrive in a fast paced environment that offers plenty of variety
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to ‘weed out’ the important from the noise
Experience of working collaboratively across organisational boundaries
A lifelong learner with a demonstrable record in professional improvement
Qualifications and Professional Memberships
P30 Practitioner - Desirable
Prince2, APM/PMP or other delivery methodology - Desirable
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt - Desirable
For positions based in South Africa, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with the company's Employment Equity plan and targets.
Should you have not heard from us within 3 weeks from applying, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
Please note it is a requirement of the Global Capability Centre Africa that you reside in a home that is fibre ready; and has space for you to be able to work comfortably and confidentially on a day-to-day basis for the purpose of your proposed employment. You can be based anywhere in South Africa that has fibre, but will not be able to work in a location outside of South Africa.
A Minimum of a 100 Meg Fibre line is required, should you be successful, you will need to upgrade your line or install fibre in order to work effectively.
Please note that being a credit bureau, some positions require a clear credit record.
For positions based in South Africa, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with the company's Employment Equity plan and targets.
Should you not hear from TransUnion within 3 weeks from applying, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
Employment with TransUnion GCC Africa requires that you work from a fibre‑ready home environment that supports confidential and comfortable day‑to‑day work. You may be based anywhere in South Africa with fibre connectivity; however, working outside of South Africa is not permitted. A minimum 100/100 Mbps fibre line is required and must be installed or upgraded by day one of employment. As a credit bureau, certain roles also require a clear credit record.
TransUnion Overview:
At TransUnion, our Workforce for Good is built on purpose, impact, and opportunity. We empower our people to grow, innovate, and make a meaningful difference for our communities and customers all while being supported to thrive both professionally and personally. With a strong focus on flexibility, wellbeing, and collaboration, you’ll work with exceptional people across the globe, pioneering products, and cutting‑edge technology that truly matters.
At TransUnion GCC Africa, you’ll join a purpose‑driven organisation that invests in its people through competitive rewards, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful career development. We offer permanent work‑from‑home flexibility, wellbeing support for you and your family, and access to global exposure and accredited learning so you can grow your career while maintaining balance.
TransUnion Job Title
Sr Analyst, Project Management
Skills Required
- Demonstrable experience applying governance and control processes
- Professional PMO experience
- Experience using project management and PMO tools
- Highly competent use of Microsoft Office, including SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, and Excel
- Strong interpersonal, collaboration, written communication, and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent analytical and multitasking skills
- Experience collaborating across organizational boundaries
- Demonstrable record of professional improvement and knowledge sharing
- P30 Practitioner certification
- PRINCE2, APM, PMP, or another delivery methodology certification
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
- Residence in South Africa with a fibre-ready home and minimum 100/100 Mbps fibre line
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TransUnion Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as strong, with multiple plan choices, reasonable deductibles, and access to mental‑health resources like Spring Health.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible Time Off for salaried roles, PTO for hourly roles, paid holidays, wellness days, and hybrid flexibility underpin generous time‑away options.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and caregiver benefits are emphasized, including 12 weeks of paid parental leave with a gradual return, adoption assistance, dependent‑care FSA, and Care@Work backup care from day one.
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What We Do
TransUnion is a global information and insights company that makes trust possible by ensuring that each consumer is reliably and safely represented in the marketplace. We do this by having an accurate and comprehensive picture of each person. This picture is grounded in our legacy as a credit reporting agency which enables us to tap into both credit and public record data; our data fusion methodology that helps us link, match and tap into the awesome combined power of that data; and our knowledgeable and passionate team, who stewards the information with expertise, and in accordance with local legislation around the world. Because of our work, organizations can better understand consumers in order to make more informed decisions, and earn their trust through great, personalized experiences, and the proactive extension of the right opportunities, tools and offers. In turn, consumers can be confident that their data identities will result in the opportunities they deserve. We make trust possible, so businesses and consumers can transact with confidence and achieve great things. We call this Information for Good®—it’s our purpose, and what drives us every day.
Why Work With Us
Our culture is welcoming, energetic and innovative. There’s an overall synergy that flows throughout TransUnion, creating a sense of unity in knowing that we’re all working to achieve the same overall goal. We’re dedicated to providing opportunities for our people to get involved and stay connected with their colleagues across the globe.
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