Digital Champion

Balfin Construction (formerly known as Mane TCI), Company, part of the BALFIN Group, is a leader in construction and investment of development projects in Albania and the region. Founded in 2001, Mane TCI is specialized in the field of civil and industrial construction such as: Shopping Centers, Residential Building, Social and Cultural Centers, industrial construction, and infrastructure.

BALFIN Group is one of the leading investment groups in the Western Balkans region, embodying international standards with local expertise. Founded in 1993 in Vienna by Samir Mane, today, the Group has a presence in 11 countries, Austria, Albania, Kosovo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Switzerland, Croatia, the Netherlands, USA, and Canada. BALFIN, a diversified group active in real estate, wholesale and retail, banking, asset management, tourism, education, and logistics, employs approximately 5,000 people. Total Group’s Assets (including financial institution) is € 2.2 billion, as of 2023 data.

Position:                Digital Champion

Location:                Headquarters, Tirana         

Main functions and responsibilities: The Digital Champion serves as a Project and/or Portfolio Manager and Process Manager within the Balfin Group, operating at the intersection of innovation, digital transformation, and operational excellence. This role requires a deep understanding of interconnected business functions and the ability to drive strategic projects, streamline processes, and champion the adoption of digital tools across the organization. The Digital Champion acts as a bridge between departments, ensuring alignment with the group's overarching goals while fostering collaboration, innovation, and sustainable growth.

Requirements

• Manage and oversee strategic projects and portfolios, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
  
• Develop project plans, budgets, milestones, and deliverables.
  
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and resource allocation.
  
• Conduct regular reviews to assess project performance and scalability.
  

 Process Management and Improvement

• Analyze and optimize business processes to improve efficiency and outcomes.
  
• Identify gaps and lead the implementation of innovative solutions.
  
• Establish standardized frameworks and best practices.
  
• Develop new procedures for the optimization of internal company processes related to efficient management of construction processes.
  
• Ensure all procedures and documents are organized and up-to-date.
  
• Review and update governance documents and procedures in collaboration with departments, ensuring alignment with group policies and adaptation to the construction industry standards.
  
• Responsible for managing the company's internal document sharing platforms (such as SharePoint, Office 365, etc), and management of company documentation in accordance with internal group standards and best practices in the industry.
  
• Supports the use of digital platforms and tools for project management, ensuring that all operational and managerial levels utilize these tools to enhance project reporting and management
  

 
Digital Transformation Advocacy

• Promote and facilitate the adoption of digital tools and platforms.
  
• Provide training and support to staff at all levels.
  
• Gather user feedback to continuously improve digital systems.
  

 
Change Management

• Communicate benefits and address resistance to change.
  
• Develop strategies to keep stakeholders informed and engaged.
  

• Act as a communication bridge between the Transformation Department, Digital Champions, and stakeholders.
  
• Foster collaboration and alignment across business units.
  

Education:

• To have Master’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Information Systems, or a related field.
  

Other Requirements:

• Certifications in project or process management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, Lean Six Sigma) are preferred.
  
• Proven experience in managing cross-functional projects and portfolios in a corporate environment.
  
• 3-5 years’ experience in similar business domain in any related position, where applied Innovative modelling, business models, business analysis, project management, product owner, etc.
  

Essential Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of process management methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, BPMN).
  
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  
• Ability to solve complex problems and propose innovative solutions.
  
• Strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities.
  
• Proficiency in digital transformation tools.
  

Desirable Attributes

• Experience in driving organizational change and digital adoption.
  
• Familiarity with Balfin Group’s industry and operational structure.
  
• Ability to foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
  
• In-depth knowledge of construction industry management, investment management, and construction project management.
  

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic Thinking: Align projects and processes with the group’s long-term vision.
  
• Influence: Inspire and drive adoption of new tools and processes across diverse teams.
  
• Innovation: Identify and implement transformative solutions to complex challenges.
  
• Decision-Making: Make informed decisions based on data, feedback, and strategic objectives.
  

How to apply:

All interested parties can apply by sending their CV and motivation letter.

*All selected candidates from the CV screening process will be contacted by the Human Resources Department

*All applications will be treated with complete confidentiality according to law no. 9887 decided by the Albanian Parliament on "Personal Data Protection".

Benefits