Steven Jacob
Chadstone
Summary
As an IT Services Portfolio Manager, I bring a wealth of experience and expertise to drive successful IT initiatives within organizations. My role has been dedicated to orchestrating and optimizing IT portfolios to align with business objectives, ultimately delivering value and driving growth. My key strengths include:
Strategic Planning: I excel in developing strategic IT plans that align with overall business goals. My ability to identify and prioritize projects ensures that resources are allocated efficiently for maximum ROI.
Portfolio Optimization: I have a track record of optimizing IT portfolios by assessing project health, risks, and resource allocation. This ensures that projects are executed effectively and deliver on their intended benefits.
Risk Management: My expertise in risk assessment and mitigation strategies minimizes potential disruptions to IT services and ensures business continuity.
Vendor Management: I am skilled in managing vendor relationships and contracts to ensure cost-effectiveness and quality of IT services.
Team Leadership: I have successfully led cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and accountability to achieve project milestones and objectives.
Technology Trends: Staying updated on the latest IT trends and emerging technologies is a passion of mine. I leverage this knowledge to drive innovation and keep the IT portfolio competitive.
Communication and Stakeholder Engagement: Effective communication with stakeholders at all levels is a priority for me. I ensure that IT initiatives are well-understood and aligned with the organization's strategic vision.
Budget Management: I have a strong track record of managing IT budgets effectively, ensuring that projects are delivered within scope and cost constraints.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Portfolio Manager
Capgemini Pty Ltd
08.2012 - Current
- Facilitated portfolio performance review and implemented new strategies.
- Communicated market developments, portfolio changes and annual performance information to clients.
- Provided strategy advice to high net worth clients.
- Developed rebalancing strategies to minimize risk exposures.
- Complied with established internal controls and policies.
- Review business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
- Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Conducted financial due diligence on potential investments.
- Evaluated and negotiated contracts.
Technology Engagement Manager
ANZ, ASIA/Pacific
04.2009 - 06.2012
- Interface between Global Delivery teams and Architecture and Infrastructure
- Consulted with teams on established best practices and process improvements.
- Met with clients to understand needs and develop proactive solutions.
- Extensive experience in managing large and complex projects
- Actively participate in Scope Definition, Estimation, and Scheduling across multiple Delivery Teams
- Managed portfolio of 20 Million
- Assist in building and maintaining 6-12 month demand forecast of initiatives for Global Delivery Team
- Establishing and maintaining work plan that reports status of initiatives
- Support Service Providers in maintaining forward load for all staff (internal and contract) that drives effective and efficient use of resources
- Managed budget allocation and resource utilization to maximize marketing ROI.
Delivery Manager
ANZ
04.2005 - 03.2009
- Manage and Lead team of testing staff located in Melbourne, NZ, UK, Pacific and India
- Providing estimates and identifying resource requirements
- Responsible for implementation of new testing processes and procedures
- Regular reviews of risks and issues with internal project representatives
- Planning resource model to achieve maximum levels of productivity and also reduce cost
- Develops and maintains good working relationships
- Provide guidance and coaching to ensure quality applications are released into production
- Actively involved in professional and technical development of staff across globe
- Actively involved in continuous improvement to team culture, policies, practices, procedures and development of test team strategies.
Test Lead
ANZ
08.2003 - 03.2005
- Process Champion (Testing)
- Review Business Functional Specifications
- Prepare Test plans Master/Detail/Test Strategy
- Assist developers with problem identification/resolution
- Liaise with representatives from other areas to secure data and access to testing regions
- Providing test completion reports in accordance with Process and Procedures
- Identifying all functional and business test cases contained in functional, design and analysis models
- Defining, creating and managing necessary sets of test data
Test Analyst
ANZ
11.2000 - 07.2003
- Identifying all functional and business test cases contained in functional, design and analysis models
- Compilation of test analysis documents, test cases and test scripts to ensure that following systems were tested for
- Execution of Functional & Automated test scripts
Education
Graduate Diploma - Information Technology
Swinburne University
University01.2002
Diploma of Business Administration - Marketing
Chalmers Business College
Melbourne, VIC10.1999
Bachelor of Science - Maths
Osmania
University06.1992
Skills
- Portfolio Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Resource Management
- Performance Management
Additional Information
- Interests: Food and Travelling References: Available Upon Request
Timeline
Portfolio Manager
Capgemini Pty Ltd
08.2012 - Current
Technology Engagement Manager
ANZ, ASIA/Pacific
04.2009 - 06.2012
Delivery Manager
ANZ
04.2005 - 03.2009
Test Lead
ANZ
08.2003 - 03.2005
Test Analyst
ANZ
11.2000 - 07.2003
Graduate Diploma - Information Technology
Swinburne University
Diploma of Business Administration - Marketing
Chalmers Business College
Bachelor of Science - Maths
Osmania