APAC Head of IT Project Management Office, PMO

Role Overview

• As the APAC Head of IT PMO, you are the driving force behind IT portfolio management and the voice of technology value across the region
• Lead the governance, execution, financial stewardship, and projects/portfolio management of the IT portfolio
• Ensure consistent ways of working and adherence to established operating models across agencies, regional hubs, and global head offices
• Serve as the single point of contact for all program and project portfolio management
• Lead Internal IT Communications and Events, serving as the chief storyteller for the IT department
• Lead a communications team to showcase IT successes, enable strategic dialogue across the organization, and drive impactful engagement initiatives that enhance the visibility and perceived value of IT across the enterprise
• Partner closely with IT Business Engagement teams to govern the demand intake funnel, ensuring all new initiatives are supported by validated business cases, clear ROI, and strong strategic alignment
• Collaborate with IT Solutions Delivery teams to ensure programs and projects are delivered on time and within scope
• Foster alignment between PMO Project Managers and Delivery Leads
• Work with Business Engagement and Run/Operations teams to conduct post-implementation reviews, including financial and operational audits, to validate value realization and drive continuous application lifecycle optimization
• Establish and enforce standardized PMO governance frameworks across regions, global headquarters, and third-party vendors
• Design and implement governance processes to strengthen procurement and vendor management practices, working closely with cross-functional IT teams

Requirements

• Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
• At least 15+ years of progressive experience in IT leadership, portfolio management, or project/program management/delivery roles, within large, matrixed, and multinational organizations
• Proven experience in leading regional or multi-country teams across APAC, with strong cultural sensitivity, stakeholder management skills, and understanding of country-specific regulatory and operational landscapes
• Demonstrated track record in successfully delivering large-scale or regional IT programs and portfolios within scope, timeline, and budget
• Hands-on experience with various software development methodologies including Agile, Waterfall, and DevOps, with the ability to tailor delivery models to business context
• Deep understanding of business-IT alignment, with the ability to translate business strategies and operational needs into actionable IT roadmaps and initiatives
• Experience in driving organizational change management, supporting user adoption, and enabling business transformation through digital innovation
• Strong financial acumen, with extensive experience managing IT budgets, business cases, vendor contracts, and demonstrating ROI on IT investments
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills with the ability to engage senior to align priorities and drive consensus on complex initiatives
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to build trusted relationships across cross-functional teams
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, Scrum Master) are highly desirable, with a strong track record in scoping, planning, and risk-managed execution
• Broad knowledge of enterprise systems, IT governance, IT service management (ITIL) as well as data privacy, and compliance frameworks
• Prior experience in the shipping/logistics or supply chain industry is an advantage

Tech Stack

• ITSM
• PMP

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and regional exposure