CARLOS ALEJANDRO CORREA RODRÍGUEZ
IT PROJECT MANAGER
Panama City
Summary
Highly accomplished and certified Project Manager (PMP, PSM I, IPMA Level D, ITIL Foundation) with over 15 years of progressive experience leading and optimizing IT and strategic projects. Proven ability to drive complex technology implementations, manage cross-functional teams, and deliver impactful solutions within scope, budget, and timeline. Expertise in stakeholder engagement, risk management, and the successful deployment of large-scale national initiatives. Seeking to leverage strong leadership and technical acumen to manage challenging projects in the technology sector.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Project Manager
United Nations Development Programme - UNDP
Panama, Panamá
02.2024 - 02.2025
- Led the management and coordination of consults with project stakeholders to gather critical information for the design of the Sectoral Action Plan and the broader Action Plan.
- Supported the systematization and analysis of collected information, identifying sectoral gaps and proposing targeted actions for each sector.
- Assisted in the construction of comprehensive documents outlining a Sector-specific Action Plan and a Strategic Actions Plan.
- Maintained continuous communication and follow-up with consulting firms to ensure compliance with consultancy deliverables.
- Monitored potential project plan deviations and implemented corrective actions to maintain progress.
- Guaranteed the quality of defined activities and deliverables.
- Served as a primary liaison with external vendors, ensuring seamless collaboration.
- Identified opportunities for continuous improvement and documented lessons learned for future projects.
- Maintained comprehensive physical and electronic documentation archives for audit and reference purposes.
IT Project Manager
Ministry Of Education
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Led comprehensive requirements gathering for IT projects, ensuring all stakeholder needs were captured.
- Coordinated configuration and integration activities for new systems and applications.
- Managed project timelines and liaised with external vendors to ensure timely delivery of components.
- Planned and supervised testing phases, including functional, performance, and security tests.
- Oversaw change management processes and organized training for end-users to facilitate system adoption.
- Key Impactful Projects:
- Offline Content Server Acquisition & Implementation Project: Successfully implemented offline content servers for 500 schools in remote, difficult-to-access areas nationwide, expanding educational reach.
- "Prende Y Aprende Al Máximo" Project: Managed the equipment component for low-power computers in remote schools, leveraging solar panel systems to ensure sustainable access to technology.
- "Aula Digital" Project: Spearheaded the national deployment of the "PROFUTURO" digital educational platform (Fundación Telefónica) to maximize impact across numerous schools.
- OFFICE365 for Educators Project: Enabled 45,000 Office licenses and institutional email accounts for all official educators nationwide, significantly enhancing digital communication and productivity.
Project Manager
Cable & Wireless
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Managed the national installation and implementation of a patient management platform across state health centers.
- Conducted meetings with key stakeholders to thoroughly understand functional and technical requirements.
- Documented client requirements, validating them with all involved departments to ensure accuracy.
- Supervised platform installation and configuration, ensuring seamless integration with the Ministry of Health's central servers and network.
- Developed detailed implementation plans with clear milestones, including testing sessions and training programs.
- Coordinated with external vendors and technology partners for equipment procurement and network infrastructure installation at various health centers.
- Organized and coordinated functional, performance, and security testing to ensure system integrity.
- Documented incidents, managed their resolution, and validated system readiness for deployment.
- Conducted training sessions for end-users and technical support staff.
- Supported the adoption of the new system, addressing change resistance and ensuring proper platform utilization.
Systems Administrator
GCI Financial Ltd.
01.2005 - 01.2012
Systems Administrator
Ministry Of Education
01.2000 - 01.2004
Computing Assistant
Correagua Industries
01.1999 - 01.2000
Education
Master's Degree - Project Management
Interamerican University
Panama 05.2001 - 01.2014
Bachelor's Degree - Computer Information Systems Engineering
Latina Unveristy
Panama 05.2000 - 01.2004
Skills
Project Management Methodologies: Agile
Project Management Methodologies: Scrum
Project Management Methodologies: Waterfall
Project Management Methodologies: PRINCE2 Principles
Project Management Methodologies: Kanban
Project Management Tools: Jira
Project Management Tools: Asana
Project Management Tools: Trello
Project Management Tools: Microsoft Project
Project Management Tools: MS Office Suite
Strategic Planning: National Strategic Plans (PENCYT)
Strategic Planning: Action Plans
Strategic Planning: Gap Analysis
Strategic Planning: IT Strategy
Technical Acumen: System Integration
Technical Acumen: Server Implementation
Technical Acumen: Network Infrastructure
Technical Acumen: Software Deployment (Office365, Educational Platforms)
Stakeholder Management: Government Agencies
Stakeholder Management: Consultants
Stakeholder Management: Vendors
Stakeholder Management: End-Users
Stakeholder Management: Educational Institutions
Risk Management & Mitigation: Proactive Identification
Risk Management & Mitigation: Contingency Planning
Risk Management & Mitigation: Deviation Monitoring
Team Leadership: Cross-functional Team Coordination
Team Leadership: Conflict Resolution
Team Leadership: Performance Monitoring
Reporting & Communication: Progress Reports
Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP), 3636933
Timeline
Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I), 1167817
12-2024
Project Manager
United Nations Development Programme - UNDP
02.2024 - 02.2025
Project Management Professional (PMP), 3636933
08-2023
ITIL Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management, GR671362419CC
01-2022
International Project Management Association (IPMA) Level D, PAN.16. D.054
10-2016
IT Project Manager
Ministry Of Education
01.2016 - 01.2023
Project Manager
Cable & Wireless
01.2014 - 01.2015
Systems Administrator
GCI Financial Ltd.
01.2005 - 01.2012
Master's Degree - Project Management
Interamerican University
05.2001 - 01.2014
Bachelor's Degree - Computer Information Systems Engineering
Latina Unveristy
05.2000 - 01.2004
Systems Administrator
Ministry Of Education
01.2000 - 01.2004
Computing Assistant
Correagua Industries
01.1999 - 01.2000