About the RoleIn the context of a major organizational transformation, a leading public institution is strengthening its governance across portfolio, program, project, and product management (PPM).We are looking for a PMO Manager to lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of PPM governance and processes, while managing a central PMO and ensuring strong coordination with decentralized PMOs across the organization.️ This is not a Program Manager role. It is a strategic leadership position focused on governance, frameworks, and organizational alignment.Your MissionYou will operate at both strategic and operational levels, ensuring consistency, transparency, and performance across the full PPM landscape.Key Responsibilities:1. PPM Governance & Framework ImplementationDesign, structure, and optimize PPM governance based on Prince2, adapted to a public-sector environmentDevelop and maintain methodologies (Prince2, Agile, product management)Ensure transparent reporting on progress, risks, and decisions2. Process Design & Continuous ImprovementImplement and evolve a PPM framework integrating Agile and product practicesLead or support implementation of a PPM tool (MPC): migration, configuration, adoption, and trainingDefine a capacity and resource management framework aligned with business, HR, IT, and data teamsDevelop and maintain standards, templates, and processesBuild and animate a PPM community of practiceCoach project managers, product owners, and PMO stakeholders3. Central PMO Leadership & Portfolio SteeringLead a high-performing central PMO covering:Portfolio monitoring (projects, programs, products)Prioritization and selectionCapacity and roadmap managementStakeholder coordinationSupport business units and decentralized PMOs in portfolio structuring and prioritizationMonitor budgets, resources, risks, dependencies, and KPIsDeliver dashboards and executive reporting (Power BI)Facilitate governance bodies and decision-making forums4. Problem Solving & Continuous ImprovementProactively identify bottlenecks and dependenciesPropose and implement pragmatic solutionsFoster a culture of continuous improvement5. Change Management & CommunicationContribute to and execute change management plans (communication, adoption, training)Facilitate workshops, coaching sessions, and trainingsCollaborate across departments with strong non-hierarchical leadership6. Knowledge Transfer & SustainabilityEnsure structured knowledge transfer to internal teamsDocument best practices and ensure long-term sustainability of governance frameworksYour Profile Education & CertificationsMaster’s degree in Management or equivalentPrince2 Foundation & Practitioner (mandatory)Additional certifications (3OP, Change Management (e.g., Prosci), Facilitation) are a plus ExperienceProven experience as a PMO Manager in a central PMO setup, including coordination with decentralized PMOsExperience in at least two public or semi-public organizationsStrong exposure to complex environments (>1,500 employees)Solid understanding of institutional and administrative contexts Soft SkillsStrong cross-functional leadership & stakeholder managementExcellent facilitation and workshop animation skillsAnalytical mindset with a problem-solving approachTeam-oriented and collaborative️ Technical SkillsStrong knowledge of Prince2 governanceExperience with Agile frameworks (Scrum Master level)Solid understanding of IT & Data processesExperience with PPM tools implementationAdvanced data-driven reporting (KPI, Power BI)Budget and resource management knowledgeProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite LanguagesFluent in Dutch and French (mandatory)Must-Have CompetenciesConfirmed experience in PMO / Program governance environmentsBudget managementPPM Governance (Prince2 Practitioner)Agile frameworks (Scrum)IT & Data understandingData-driven reporting (Power BI, KPIs)Why Join?Play a key role in a large-scale transformation programShape governance at an institutional levelWork in a strategic, high-impact leadership positionCollaborate with diverse stakeholders across business and IT