John Weisz

Experience

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  McKenzie Management

  Jan 1988 - Jan 1996

  Business Analyst

  Develop comprehensive E2E test cases at the application and multi-application levels Create direct channels of communication to software and application developers that get the job done without managerial interjection Identify business trends utilizing real data, compile analysis reports that are delivered to developers and then follow-up on all results Implement a comprehensive management plan for each project and hold regular stakeholder meetings to keep all interested parties updated in project progress Determine and document user requirements for business processes and abide by those requirements for future projects Show less

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  Millicom (Tigo)

  Jan 1997 - Jan 2006

  IT Project Manager

  Coordinating internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projectsEnsuring that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budgetEnsure resource availability and allocationDevelop a detailed project plan to track progressUse appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costsMeasure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniquesReport and escalate to management as neededManage the relationship with the client and all stakeholdersPerform risk management to minimize project risksEstablish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendorsCreate and maintain comprehensive project documentation Show less

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  Willis Towers Watson

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2013

  IT Consultant

  Meeting with clients to determine requirementsWorking with clients to define the scope of a projectPlanning timescales and the resources neededClarifying a client's system specifications, understanding their work practices and the nature of their businessLiaising with staff at all levels of a client organisation;Defining software, hardware and network requirements;Analyzing IT requirements within companies and giving independent and objective advice on the use of IT;Developing agreed solutions and implementing new systems;Presenting solutions in written or oral reports;Helping clients with change-management activities;Designing, testing, installing and monitoring new systems;Preparing documentation and presenting progress reports to customers;Identifying potential clients and building and maintaining contacts. Show less

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  Freelance.com

  Jan 2013 - Aug 2016

  Director Of Information Technology
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  DeVitae Co.

  Sept 2016 - Apr 2020

  Lead and manage a team of software developers, supporting them in building industryleading, search engine optimized, robust and innovative software solutions that are fit forpurpose.Develop strategy for the team to meet the company’s goals and objectives, and to improvethe quality of the service it delivers internally and externally. Plan and monitor the successfulimplementation of this strategy.Responsible for the quality and technical approach taken by team members, ensuring it is in-linewith the company strategy – and that projects are delivered on time and on budget.Creating and maintaining a professional culture within the team, where individuals takeownership and are fastidious and proud of delivering excellence and quality.Represent DeVitae within the industry as an authority on SEO focused web development bycontributing to internal and external websites, publications, forums and events as required. Show less

  • VP Operations

    Mar 2018 - Apr 2020

  • Director Of Development Operations

    Sept 2016 - Mar 2018