IT Project Manager
Key information
- Publication date:14 March 2025
- Workload:100%
- Contract type:Permanent position
- Place of work:Route de Berne 301, 1000 Lausanne 25
Join us and shape the future of hospitality today!
EHL's dynamic campuses form a unique network where passionate students, academics and industry experts from over 120 countries come together with a common goal: to develop and disseminate hospitality knowledge, while supporting the sector's continued growth.
We are constantly striving to improve the working environment and personal development opportunities for our more than 800 staff and teachers, who are among the most recognized experts in their respective fields. Since its foundation in 1893, EHL has been widely recognized by the industry and consistently ranked among the world's top hospitality management schools. Everything we do is based on our values of excellence, family and learning, and we are committed to bringing them to life in tangible ways for our employees.
The Management Office department at EHL, specifically the Digital Services team, focuses on driving digital transformation across the institution. It ensures the seamless integration of innovative technologies to enhance operational efficiency and user experience. The team manages digital platforms, tools, and infrastructure, supporting both academic and administrative functions. By fostering a culture of innovation, it aligns digital initiatives with EHL’s strategic goals.
To join our amazing team, we are looking for a candidate who is not only skilled and passionate about hospitality but also aligns with our principles: transparency, accountability, collaboration, care, and experimentation.
The mission of the IT Project Manager is to manage and coordinate various IT projects, ranging from software development to SAAS system implementation, and information system security management. This role entails taking charge of a specific business domain, which includes managing and prioritizing business requests. It requires close collaboration with internal teams and external partners to ensure that all projects are completed successfully within the established timelines and budget constraints. The IT Project Manager will be responsible for coordinating efforts, facilitating communication, and ensuring that all stakeholders are aligned with the project goals and objectives.
What will you do?
- Define the scope, objectives, and deliverables of projects in collaboration with IT management and stakeholders.
- Effectively communicate project expectations to project team members and stakeholders in a clear and timely manner.
- Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.
- Manage the budget and resource allocation for projects.
- Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.
- Coach, motivate, and supervise project team members and contractors, and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work.
Who you are?
- You have Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Computer Science.
- You have experience in service and consulting with at least 3-5 years in a similar position.
- You have good knowledge of finance and HR processes and the solutions that support them is a plus
- You are proficient in project management tools and methodologies.
- You have Budget management and resource allocation skills.
- You are good at interacting with multiple stakeholders
- You have Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- You have an innovative mindset and interest in new digitalization perspectives.
- You are flexible and adapt well to different types of projects.
- You are fluent in French (C1) and at ease in English (B2). Other languages being a plus.
What we offer?
We offer you a permanent contract within a business area of an educational institution, with exceptional employee benefits including free meals, an attractive number of days off, a parking space or public transport contribution, as well as access to various services and facilities.
We offer you responsibility, challenge, development opportunities and encouragement to help you achieve your professional and personal goals.
We offer you the opportunity to make a tangible impact on our students’, staff and partners’ experience as well as contribute to the growth of our institution.
You will enjoy being part of a passionate, multidisciplinary and talented team.
