Project Management Office (PMO) Manager, Johannesburg

Please note that this position is based in The Middle East, relocation, accommodation and additional benefits apply.

A trusted and well established client of ours in The Middle East is seeking an experienced Project Management Office (PMO) Manager

Overview: As the Project Management Office (PMO) Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing group-wide project management and delivery across multiple departments within the organization. You will lead a team of project managers and coordinators, ensuring projects are executed efficiently and aligned with strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in project management, strong leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Establish and maintain the PMO function, including frameworks, processes, and tools to support project management activities across the organization.
2. Lead a team of project managers and coordinators, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure successful project delivery.
3. Collaborate with departmental heads to prioritize and align projects with strategic objectives, ensuring resource allocation and budget management are optimized.
4. Develop and maintain project management standards, methodologies, and best practices to enhance project execution and delivery.
5. Monitor project performance, identifying risks and issues proactively, and implementing mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
6. Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the PMO, promoting knowledge sharing, lessons learned, and professional development among team members.
7. Serve as a key liaison between the PMO and senior leadership, providing regular updates on project status, milestones, and performance metrics.
8. Drive collaboration and communication among project teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency throughout the project lifecycle.
9. Facilitate project governance processes, including project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure, adhering to organizational standards and policies.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field. PMP or equivalent certification preferred.
2. Proven experience in project management, with a minimum of 8 -10  years of experience in leading complex projects in a multi-departmental environment.
3. Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams to achieve project objectives.
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
5. Solid understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques, with experience in implementing PMO frameworks and standards.
6. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
7. Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA, Trello, Asana etc.).
8. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

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