Project Management Officer

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Project Governance and Standards

o Define and implement project management standards, methodologies, and best practices.

o Establish project governance frameworks and ensure adherence to organizational policies and procedures.

o Develop project management templates, tools, and guidelines.

• Project Planning and Reporting

o Support project managers in creating comprehensive project plans, schedules, and budgets.

o Monitor and track project progress, milestones, and key performance indicators (KPIs).

o Generate regular project status reports and dashboards for stakeholders.

• Resource Management

o Assist in resource allocation and capacity planning for projects.

o Maintain resource allocation records and assist in resolving resource conflicts.

o Monitor resource availability and utilization.

• Risk and Issue Management

o Identify, document, and manage project risks and issues.

o Collaborate with project teams to develop risk mitigation and issue resolution strategies.

o Escalate critical risks and issues to senior management when necessary.

• Documentation and Knowledge Management

o Maintain project documentation, including project charters, plans, and change requests.

o Establish a centralized repository for project-related documents and knowledge sharing.

o Ensure proper version control and access controls for project documents.

• Stakeholder Communication

o Facilitate communication and collaboration among project stakeholders.

o Coordinate project meetings, workshops, and reviews.

o Provide timely and clear communication of project status and updates.

• Quality Assurance and Compliance

o Ensure that projects adhere to quality standards and compliance requirements.

o Conduct project audits and reviews to assess compliance with project management practices.

o Implement corrective actions and improvements as needed.

• Portfolio Management

o Develop and apply a management framework to define and deliver a portfolio of programs, projects, and ongoing services

• Financial Management

o Support the effective use and control of financial resources related to projects and the overall PMO.

• Continuous Improvement

o Identify opportunities for improving project management processes and practices.

o Participate in lessons learned sessions and contribute to the continuous improvement of project delivery.

o Stay updated with industry trends and emerging project management methodologies.

Education / Certification:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in project management, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is advantageous.

Experience:

• 10 years of experience in project management or a related role.

• Experience in Project Management and supplier management

• Proven experience in Project Management and PMO leadership roles.

• Demonstrated success in risk management, financial oversight, and quality assurance.

• Experience in influencing and collaborating with diverse stakeholders.

• Familiarity with project management software.