Power Systems ICT Applications Manager

Job title:

Power Systems ICT Applications Manager

Company:

ENTSO-E

Job description

About ENTSO-EENTSO-E is the European Network of Transmission System Operators for Electricity. We coordinate the cross-border system operations, system development and electricity market activities of the 40 electricity transmission system operators (TSOs) which cover 36 countries. The ENTSO-E Secretariat in Brussels provides support on technical, market and policy developments for all European TSOs in their cooperation with each other, in their joint fulfilment of their legal mandates, and in the intensive interactions with EU decision-makers, regulatory agencies, associations representing network users and other stakeholders.If you are interested in having an active role in the energy transition, you should consider joining ENTSO-E. We are a dynamic European association working on important and exciting projects of the electricity sector with the commitment to support the efforts towards a carbon-neutral power system. At ENTSO-E, you will contribute to building the world’s largest integrated electricity market – impacting not only those in the energy sector but also Europe’s overall economy, today and in the future!Job descriptionWe are looking for a highly professional and skilled Power Systems ICT Applications Manager passionate about the European electricity market.In this role, you will be accountable to the Head of ICT Section and the Deputy on IT Operations for all ICT-related matters concerning System Development and Electrical System Coordination applications and their underlying infrastructure services. You will govern a portfolio of platforms throughout their full lifecycle—encompassing Strategy, Design, Transition, Operations, and Continuous Service Improvements. The portfolio of live services and projects encompass at large the following ICT Systems: Pan-European Market Modelling Database application, Flow-based Domains Creator, Common Private Infrastructure, European Awareness System, Short-Term Adequacy & Outage Planning Coordination, Capacity Provider Registry, and Maximum Entry Capacity. Additionally, you will be responsible for several services that are in design or carve-out phase, including boundary management, open-source grid model validator, and others.As the Power Systems ICT Applications Manager, you will lead and manage a team of employees, overseeing all aspects of people management. You will represent the ICT portfolio for which you are accountable, ensuring that all projects and services align with the strategic objectives.The successful candidate will work full-time at ENTSO-E’s offices in Brussels and will be required to reside in Belgium, where a hybrid working environment is offered. You will be part of the ICT Section, reporting directly to the ICT Head of Section and the Deputy on IT Operations.Your ResponsibilitiesManagement of System Development and other ICT Applications:

• Manage development of an ICT tool to generate Flow Based domains for European Resource Adequacy Assessment (ERAA) and Seasonal Outlook.
• Manage all System Development (SD) and Power System ICT applications.

Business Requirements Analysis:

• Collaborate with business units from the business requirements stage to understand user expectations.
• Ensure accurate translation of business requirements into functional and non-functional requirements.

Supplier Management:

• Identify and select appropriate suppliers following ENTSO-E’s procurement processes.
• Manage the contracting process, including negotiating and signing contracts collaborating with the Legal and Corporate Services sections of the Secretariat.

Service Delivery:

• Ensure compliance with the Secure Software Development Life Cycle (SSDLC) standards.
• Oversee Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
• Facilitate User Acceptance Testing (UAT) with user involvement.
• Ensure successful deployment, support, and maintenance of applications within agreed budgets and timelines.
• Contribute to establishing and adhering to project budgets.
• Oversee configuration management and ensure quality support for end users.

People Management

• Manage a team, handling resources, budgeting, planning, reporting, and managing development, risks and issues.

Your Profile

• University degree (preferably a Master’s Degree) in Information Technology and/or Electrical Engineering is required.
• At least 5 years’ experience in a complex environment performing as a Development Lead or Project Manager and/or in Service Delivery Management is a must.
• Proven prior experience of leading teams.
• Strong understanding of system development methodologies and Secure Software Development Lifecycle.
• Proven ability to manage projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.
• Knowledge and preferably some experience with SCADA/EMS related to electrical power management. An additional experience in Wide Area Monitoring Systems will be considered as a strong advantage.
• Experience in tendering processes and supplier management.
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical specifications.
• Knowledge and experience with network communication and protocols for real-time systems (e.g., ICCP, IEC 104) and for grid model (e.g., CGMES) is highly appreciated.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills in English with the ability to liaise effectively and deal with internal stakeholders, business units, service providers and/or contributors located in various countries.
• Strong analytical skills and structured problem solving.
• ITIL certified or equivalent experience knowledge of Prince2 or PMP is an advantage.
• Familiar with SharePoint, Jira.
• Ability to work independently and in team setting with competing deadlines.
• Positive mindset aligned with the values of ENTSO-E: Team, Trust, Future-thinking, Integrity & Excellence.

Our offerOur people are truly at the heart of our association. You will be part of a multinational and multi-cultural environment, with colleagues from over 30 different nationalities. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workforce which allows us to create an environment where we learn from each other and develop together. We strongly believe in continuous learning and offer a broad range of training and development opportunities to our employees. We are a hybrid workplace and offer a maximum of flexibility enabling to have a good balance between remote working (from Belgium) and engaging physically with colleagues.We offer market competitive compensation and an extensive benefit package, with excellent insurance coverage for you and direct family members (such as hospitalization, supplemental medical plan). You will benefit from group insurance and travel insurance. You will have the opportunity to participate in a Flexible Benefits Plan to choose for those benefits that create the best value for you.Additionally, we offer employees from our TSO Members the chance to apply for secondment opportunities, further enriching your experience and expanding your horizons.Interested?Please submit your application no later than 29 November 2024, consisting of a curriculum vitae and a motivational letter on the ENTSO-E career site. Replies will be handled in strictest confidence.ENTSO-E is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, race, religion or political beliefs

Expected salary

Location

Bruxelles

Job date

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 23:27:49 GMT

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