AI Programme Manager

At Uni Systems, we are working towards turning digital visions into reality. We are continuously growing and we are looking for a professional AI Programme Manager to join our UniQue Brussels team

What will you be bringing to the team?

• Lead and support the GAIA Programme team in line with corporate management frameworks (e.g., PM², Agile).
• Monitor and report on Programme execution and delivery.
• Define associated metrics, indicators, and dashboards to facilitate reporting.
• Maintain a registry of Programme activities, their interdependencies, and synergies.
• Define and maintain the overall Programme plan, aligning it with the individual project plans (objectives, scope, tasks, deliverables, milestones, timelines, organizational structure, human and financial resources, procurement requirements, quality, risks/issues, etc.).
• Establish quality control mechanisms to ensure Programme auditability.
• Facilitate stakeholder management and ensure transparent communication within the Programme.
• Manage relationships with strategic partners and vendors to ensure alignment with the corporate vision.
• Oversee collaboration with other internal and external partners, institutions, and stakeholders as required.
• Streamline contractual and financial agreements (such as SLAs and MoUs) for all Programme services.

Requirements

What do you need to succeed in this position?

• Master’s degree (a background in Science or Engineering and an MBA are advantageous)
• At least 10 years of proven expertise in technical Project/Programme Management.
• At least 10 years of experience in Vendor and Contract Management.
• Demonstrated experience in Project/Programme Management using PM² and Agile methodologies.
• Confirmed experience as a Product Owner in large organisations.
• Demonstrable experience in partner/vendor management and contract negotiations (SLAs and MoUs).
• Solid experience managing transitions of large, enterprise-level information systems.
• Good knowledge of application lifecycle management.
• Strong experience using project management tools such as Confluence and Jira.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to solve problems creatively and strategically.
• Ability to produce clear executive summaries and presentations, and to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, from operational teams to senior management.
• Proven capacity to analyse complex information, evaluate options, propose and implement recommendations, and make sound decisions.
• Strong ability to learn and apply new and emerging technologies.
• Experience working within a European institutional organization environment is an advantage.
• Excellent command of English (C2 level); knowledge of French (B1 level) is an advantage.

At Uni Systems, we are providing equal employment opportunities and banning any form of discrimination on grounds of gender, religion, race, color, nationality, disability, social class, political beliefs, age, marital status, sexual orientation or any other characteristics. Take a look at our Diversity, Equality & Inclusion Policy for more information.