Project Management Office Specialist
A highly skilled and motivated professional with expertise in project management is sought for a 6-month contract basis, with the possibility of an extension.
* Relevant degree level qualification (IT, Business Studies, etc.)
* Certification in Prince2/PMI/Project management diploma
* Minimum 5 years experience in a similar role with demonstrated success
* Excellent understanding of the project lifecycle and best practices
* Good knowledge and experience of industry-standard best practices in Portfolio and Programme Management
* Exposure to the application and support of Portfolio Project Management (PPM) tools
Key Responsibilities:
* Providing specialist expertise to PMO/programme/project managers
* Supporting PMO/Programme & Project managers in applying programme and project management methods and implementing best practice processes
* Applying practical management controls to enhance project and organizational performance
* Developing and maintaining a Project Management toolkit
* Ensuring quality assurance throughout projects
* Supporting stage gate support and sign-off processes
* Effectively managing capability and capacity (flex up/down)
* Fostering Communities of Practice
* Providing induction support
* Supporting integrated planning efforts
* Promoting and delivering corporate governance expectations
* Sharing information, good practices, and expertise with others
* Providing project audit, assurance, health check, and rescue services
* Ensuring quality management, financial governance, and stage gate governance
* Demonstrating high standards of professionalism, integrity, and commitment to delivering exceptional results