Project Lead - Government IT Projects

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Project Lead with a strong background in IT consulting, project/program management, and public health software applications for Government of India (GoI) or State/UT Government projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of consulting experience in managing IT projects, preferably in the public health domain, and will be responsible for leading teams, ensuring project delivery, and maintaining stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage IT-related projects/programs for government clients, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of public health software applications in collaboration with GoI/State/UT Government bodies.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in alignment with client requirements.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, risks, and resources effectively.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (developers, analysts, government stakeholders) to ensure seamless execution.
• Provide strategic consulting expertise to clients, offering solutions to improve IT systems and public health programs.
• Prepare and present project reports, status updates, and key metrics to senior leadership and government stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with government policies, security standards, and best practices in IT project management.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Education:

• MBA/PGDM from a recognized Indian university/college OR
• B.Tech/M.Tech/MCA/MSc (IT) from a reputed engineering institution.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of consulting experience in IT project/program management.
• Prior experience working with Government of India (GoI) or State/UT Governments on public health software applications is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of SDLC, Agile methodologies, and government IT procurement processes.

Key Competencies:

• Excellent project management, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in IT consulting, risk management, and governance frameworks.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with government stakeholders.
• Strong communication (written & verbal) and presentation skills.

Preferred Skills (Good to Have)

• Certification in PMP/PRINCE2, Agile, or IT governance.
• Knowledge of healthcare IT systems (e.g., HMIS, Ayushman Bharat, CoWIN, etc.).
• Experience in digital transformation, data analytics, or cloud-based solutions for government projects.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on high-impact government IT projects in the public health domain.
• Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Talworx is an emerging recruitment consulting and services firm, we are hiring for Our client, which is a British multinational professional services network headquartered in London, England. It is the largest professional services network by revenue and number of professionals in the world and is considered one of the Big Four accounting firms