Project Officer

The Project Officer is responsible for providing the essential support needed to achieve project success as well as supporting product owners and project managers with the required execution of activities.

The duties and responsibilities of the Project Officer:

Developing project plans, timelines, and budget in collaboration with the Project Manager

•Organize project activities and oversee the implementation of project plans.

• Ensure that project goals and objectives are achieved within the agreed timeframe.

• Coordinate project resources, including staff equipment and materials.

• Provide support to the project teams and stakeholders, including regular updates on project progress.

• Maintain project documentation and ensure that project records are up to date.

• Evaluate project outcomes and recommend improvements for future projects.

• Identify, Manage and monitor project risks. • Update project reporting dashboards

• Collate and prepare reports on the performance of lines of businesses within the Group.

• Create dashboards that provide a snapshot of business performance as required by product managers/owners.

• Provide data and trend analysis to support key strategic and business decisions Coordinating acceptance tests to ensure project deliverables are achieved.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s Degree Business Administration/Management or equivalent qualification

   Project Management certification a plus

• Two years’ experience in a similar capacity

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Strong critical and creative thinking skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

• Ability to work independently or as a member of a cross functional team.

• High level of confidentiality • Proficiency with MS Offic