James Blanckenberg

Background

About James Blanckenberg

Purposeful Senior IT Professional with experience in functional application consulting, solution architecture, project/program management, and enterprise architecture. Ability to manage large-scale international software engagements (Europe/West Africa/South Africa) across the full System Development Lifecycle (SDLC), using both Agile (Scrum, Waterfall) and traditional project management methodologies. Adept at all aspects of project planning and execution, including defining scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, resources, and budget. Experienced in project tracking and reporting, project portfolio management, risk management and mitigation, quality assurance, and budget management. Proficient with project management tools such as JIRA and MS Office.While not from a pure software development background, he has significant IT industry experience, including serving as an application architect for Oracle and enterprise architect for various clients. This experience provides a strong understanding of software and architectural considerations, systems, processes, and business needs. Demonstrates strong technical skills and a deep understanding of the business of IT, including financial and business acumen.Exceptional soft skills and people skills, including communication (written and verbal), stakeholder management (on-shore and off-shore, face-to-face and remote), facilitation, collaboration, and team leadership. Emphasizes a client-focused approach, flexibility, and is a keen learner with a growth mindset. Possesses strong emotional intelligence, focusing on openness, and leadership.Strong analytical skills, and critical thinking skills are complemented by sound decision quality and organisational savvy. Core competencies include results driven, applies ability and technology, manages complexity, plans and networks. Consistently delivers successful IT initiatives by clearly defining and managing expectations on all deliverables.