Our Client a Global Tech firm is seeking a Project Coordinator to join their team in Rosebank on a contract basis for 4 months with possible renewal. The resource will work 4 days a week onsite in Rosebank. They offer stability, growth, attractive rates and a great working environment.A Project Coordinator plays a vital hands-on role within the Project Management Office (PMO). This position involves executing PMO initiatives, overseeing small to medium-sized projects when necessary, and handling various tasks.The project coordinator will coordinate the project's schedule, activities, issues, and risks. This includes ensuring that the project management framework is well-organized and runs smoothly. Also includes communicating with various departments in the organization to ensure everyone is on the same page.PMO Initiatives:Process Development \ Improvements Project Initiation Challenges (progress tracking, visibility on blockers, etc is the project ready or to be put on hold?)Improvements in the PM Onboarding process and consolidation of all documents and training videosEditing and consolidating detailed PM processesProject intake process - Project Sizing and Template improvementsPM Training e.g. RAID Management (with a focus on action and decisions)PMO Scheduling \ Calendar Review project governance practices and suggest improvements related to increasing visibility (Sharepoint) and best practicesPM reviews and feedback collectionAssist with bulk template updates, editing, and coordination.Manage project governance execution reviews for selected projects.Assist in closing gaps in Project Management Tool with vendors \ internal support.PMO Report Packs with a focus on requirements and consolidationProject Coordinator ResponsibilitiesMonitoring project progress and creating project status reports for PMO\project managers and stakeholders.Assisting with resource scheduling so that team members have the necessary resources to complete their tasks.Scheduling stakeholder meetings and facilitating communication between the project manager and stakeholders throughout the project life cycle.Managing project management documents such as the project plan, budget, schedule or scope statement, as directed by the project managerExecuting various project management administrative tasks including keeping the project or initiatives up to date.Support team members when implementing risk management strategiesDesired Project Coordinator SkillsMust have strong multi-disciplinary stakeholder communication skillsChange management skillsExcellent time management skills and ability to manage multiple streams of workEducation & QualificationsBachelors degree \ Diploma in business administration, management or a related fieldProject Management Courses \ Certification (CAPM or other)Working knowledge of project management software (MS Project, Projects Online or similar)Proficiency with Microsoft Office
