PMO Coordinator

Job Type: Contract
Posted: almost 6 years ago
Contact: Manjita Osta
Discipline:
Reference: 184680_1526620980

Applicant must be an Australian citizen or Australian PR holder

Purpose of the Role:

The aim of the PMO Coordinator is to support the consistent initiation, delivery and tracking of programs/projects under the Delivery Plan. This role requires working closely with projects and programs to ensure consistent reporting and compliance with ICT PMO frameworks and methodologies.


Accountabilities:
* Prepare timely and insightful reports and governance material in line with ICT delivery plan - including status, financials, schedule, risks/issues and change requests
* Work closely with projects and programs to ensure the compliance with ICT PMO frameworks and methodologies, and all governance requirements
* Provide ICT PMO methodology, tools and templates support to projects and programs
* Provide Clarity (PPM tool) support to projects and programs
* Perform periodic Clarity (PPM tool) data quality reviews and coordinate closing of gaps
* Provide guidance to projects and programs to ensure the compliance with ICT Assurance and ICT Procurement processes
* ICT delivery plan scheduling and pipeline management as required
* Notifying the PMO Lead of any issues or risks impacting part or all the divisional delivery plan
* Perform additional assignments, responsibilities as requested

Skills:
* Excellent communication and partnering skills
* Problem analysis and an analytical mindset
* Proficient with Excel, Visio, SharePoint and PowerPoint
* PPM tools knowledge and skill (Clarity preferred)
* Disciplined, process oriented and a special eye for detail
* Capacity to work with short timeframes, and adapting to changing requirements.

Knowledge:
* Degree qualifications in IT/Business or related discipline
* Strong understanding of the role of a PMO and how such a function delivers value to an organisation
* Sound understanding of traditional (PMLC and SDLC) and
Agile (Scrum, Lean, Extreme Programming, DSDM) IT delivery approaches
* Sound understanding of methodologies covering project management (e.g. PMBOK, PRINCE2) and program management (e.g. MSP, PMI Standard for Program Management)

Experience:
* Minimum of 5 years of PMO experience covering portfolio and/or program management reporting activities and governance
* Proven ability to work within a team and also independently
* Proven ability to engage with program and project managers