Strategic Partner - Execution

Note to Suppliers: Candidates can be located anywhere in the US - this is a remote position.
General Description
This role involves close collaboration with the Atlanta Information Management (AIM) Department's Chief of Staff and internal and external stakeholders, focusing on executing critical strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities
· Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of key strategic goals, aligning with the organization’s mission, vision, and departmental goals and establishing clear expectations for collaboration.
· Spearheading special assignments and tasks, including managing resources, executing communication plans, and working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution.
· Regularly reporting on project status to key stakeholders, including senior leadership, highlighting achievements and areas for improvement.
· Proactively manages stakeholder expectations and addresses concerns effectively.
· Tracks key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the success of partnerships and outcomes.
· Analyzes data to identify areas for improvement and implements necessary adjustments to strategies and tactics.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
· The ability to understand the broader business landscape and identify strategic opportunities for collaboration.
· Excellent customer service and quality assurance skills.
· Proven experience managing complex initiatives from initiation to completion with minimal support.
· Ability to raise performance standards, maximize resource utilization and productivity, provide coaching and mentoring, conduct annual performance appraisals, manage staff hiring, and address performance concerns.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills, including effective communication with technical and non-technical employees.
· Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
· Data-driven approach to decision-making, with the ability to analyze performance metrics and draw actionable insights.
· Understanding of the relevant industry, market trends, and competition.
Minimum Qualifications
· Seven years of progressive IT leadership experience.
· Skilled communicator with exceptional written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
· Exceptional business relationship and negotiation skills.
· Outstanding performer, persistent and proactive leader, exceptionally detail-oriented, and driven to exceed expectations.
· A bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field (equivalent professional experience will be considered).
Preferred Qualifications
· ITIL V3 Foundations or higher certification highly desired.