Cross-Functional IT Project, Program, and Process Manager | übergreifende Projekt-, Programm- und Prozessmanagerinnen und Prozessmanager (m/w/d) im Bereich IT f

Bundesverwaltungsamt

Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Sep 29, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role involves managing complex IT system landscapes crucial for public security agencies, such as the Federal Police and the Federal Criminal Police Office, operating within both German national and EU contexts. The manager will coordinate fundamental tasks across project, program, and process management, focusing on high-level organizational support. Day-to-day responsibilities include coordinating and iteratively optimizing budget and specialized controlling processes, supporting leadership with resource planning, steering external service providers, and preparing essential reports for steering committees. Candidates must possess a strong background in IT, demonstrated by a relevant degree or professional certification, coupled with at least two years of experience working with diverse stakeholders and driving innovative process digitalization. An agile mindset is highly valued. This position offers an unlimited contract in Cologne with the Federal Administration Office (BVA), providing the opportunity to make a significant contribution to public safety and offering flexible working models, including up to 80% remote work.

Required Skills

Education

IHK certification as an IT Specialist (Application Development or System Integration) OR University degree (minimum Bachelor) in Computer Science OR University degree in another field combined with relevant professional experience.

Experience

  • At least 2 years of professional experience working with heterogeneous stakeholders
  • At least 2 years of professional experience in innovative process development, analysis, and digitalization
  • Professional experience (minimum 2-3 years depending on educational background) in cross-organizational planning and steering of IT programs, IT projects, or IT-related processes
  • Experience with budget figures and controlling processes (Advantageous)
  • Professional experience in steering external service providers (Advantageous)
  • Experience in IT project management with EU relevance (Advantageous)

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Basic)

Additional

  • Willingness to undergo a security clearance check (SÜG des Bundes); Must be eligible for the Higher Service civil service career path; Location is Cologne, Germany; Willingness to address Gender and Diversity competence.