A Medical Insurance Company in Benoni is looking for a Project Co-Ordinator to support project-related efforts of the Governance, Risk, and Compliance teams by facilitating project completion and tracking projects' performance against timelines, costs, and quality indicators.
Key Performance Areas Develop project plans that support the company's directives.
Manage the timely and cost-effective implementation of projects.
Develop reports on project progress and project completion statistics.
Engage with relevant stakeholders to facilitate the completion of projects.
Key Tasks Develop project plans that support the company's directives Work with the company and its clients to define requirements to meet its objectives.
Define, scope and plan projects and their work breakdown structures (WBS) and deliverables according to accepted Project Management methodology.
Create and confirm clear specifications of responsibilities regarding stakeholders' scope, quality of their deliverables, costs and timelines.
Manage the timely and cost-effective implementation of projects Check and ensure all tasks comply with in-house procedures and mandatory quality standards.
Facilitate and drive successful project completion through all the project phases.
Maintain the projects' business case and budget through the project lifecycle.
Assist in the process of procuring external supplies of resources and services.
Develop reports on project progress and project completion statistics.
Consolidate project-related data into a suite of project tracking reports.
Check and validate the accuracy and data integrity of project-related information Compile monthly reports on all aspects of a project, highlighting any significant project blocks, deliverables, and progress Compile and present regular and accurate progress reports (weekly/monthly) and updated plans to the stakeholders Establish an agreed plan to monitor progress and quality throughout the project's life Engage with relevant stakeholders to facilitate the completion of projects Hold initial kick-off meetings, followed by ongoing progress updates and address any concerns or questions Define the communication frequency, method and content for each stakeholder group Actively solicit stakeholder feedback through surveys, interviews, or focus groups to ensure their input is incorporated throughout the project Regularly communicate project updates, milestones, and changes to stakeholders to ensure everyone is informed and aligned Foster an environment of collaboration by encouraging stakeholders to share ideas and contribute to the project's success Maintain a record of all communications and engagement activities with stakeholders for future reference Where the job will be performed Benoni Office, with some travelling required to other branches Essential Qualifications Matric Appropriate professional accreditation in Programme and or Project Management e.g.
Prince2, Managing Successful Programmes (MSP), PMP - PMBOK certification, Lean – Six Sigma Solid knowledge of project management methodologies e.g.
systems development life cycle (SDLC) & Program Development Life Cycle (PDLC) Desirable Qualifications Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma (NQF 7), in Project Management or suitable equivalent Essential Experience Minimum 2 years Project Management Experience in business analytics and intelligence, in a Financial Services or the Governance, Risk and Compliance industry Minimum of 2 years direct experience in managing successful projects Proven Project Management and Change Management skills and expertise Experience in managing activity across the whole of a project lifecycle, using current technology, structured methods and a quality process (e.g.
PMP method, Prince2, etc.)
Practical exposure to governance, control and risk management Proven ability to effectively work across teams at all levels Ability to negotiate/influence at senior level Proven ability to manage direct reports i.t.o.
leadership, motivation, coaching and people- development Good understanding of Business and Technology Change Lifecycles Project Management experience on IT and Cybersecurity projects Knowledge and Skills Proficient in report building, data analytics and communications Attentive to details Innovative thinker Excellent organisational and time management skills Attributes Decisive and action-oriented Interpersonal Skills Excellent attention to details Innovative thinker Honest, Hardworking and Humble
