Jerin Joji

About Jerin Joji

Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) with 7 years of progressive experience managingcross-functional teams and delivering complex projects within scope, budget, and timeline. Key career accomplishments include achieving a 30% reduction in staff turnover, decreasing annualequipment maintenance costs by 30%, and driving a 20% increase in business revenue in 2021. Seeking a long-term career in project or program management, where I can leverage my experienceto lead projects and take on greater responsibilities.

Experience

1. IT Project Manager

   Employment Development Department

   Mar 2025 — Present · Sacramento, CA, US

   Leading and delivering high-impact technology initiatives that support California’s workforce development and benefits programs. Key responsibilities include:Project Lifecycle Management: Successfully manage all phases of complex IT projects—from initiation through closure—ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and risk management strategies.Gen-AI Project Management: Spearhead emerging technology initiatives, including the planning and execution of Generative AI (Gen-AI) pilot projects to explore automation, natural language processing, and digital service enhancements aligned with EDD’s innovation roadmap.Compliance & Governance: Ensure full compliance with California state IT policies, including the Project Approval Lifecycle (CA-PAL) and the California Project Management Framework (CA-PMF). Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary liaison between technical teams, department leadership, vendors, and external stakeholders. Facilitate communication, lead regular project updates, and manage stakeholder expectations to ensure strategic alignment.Performance Tracking: Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate project success. Use metrics-driven insights to recommend improvements and implement corrective measures when necessary.Team Leadership: Lead cross-functional project teams with a focus on collaboration, accountability, and delivery excellence. Process Optimization: Drive continuous improvement in project execution by identifying opportunities to enhance internal processes, tools, and methodologies for better project outcomes.Learning & Development: Actively pursue professional growth through ongoing training and certifications in project management, leadership, and Gen-AI technologies—ensuring skills stay current with evolving industry standards and innovation trends.

Education

• Cardiff Metropolitan University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Project Management

• Cochin University of Science and Technology

  Bachelor of Engineering - BE

  2012 — 2016