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Project Management Office Specialist

Remote
£55,000 - £60,000 per year
Full-time
Contract
Job description

Project Management Office Specialist

Location:  Hybrid/Remote
Contract:  Fixed Term Contract, Full time
Salary:  £55,000 - £60,000

Join Us in Supporting the Police Community: Project Management Office Specialist at Police Care UK

Are you a seasoned project management professional with a passion for driving change and innovation? Do you have the strategic mindset, organizational skills, and collaborative approach to provide governance and oversight for a portfolio of complex projects? If so, we want to hear from you!


About Police Care UK: Police Care UK is a leading charity dedicated to supporting the police community across the UK. We provide ground-breaking research, innovative solutions, and evidence-based action to help serving and veteran officers, staff, and their families cope with the impact of policing. Following a period of transformation, we are entering a new era of growth and development, and we are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and contribute to our mission.


The Role: As the Project Management Office Specialist, you will play a crucial role in implementing project standards across the organization, ensuring consistency and quality. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will manage a portfolio of projects, providing governance and oversight to achieve our charity's objectives. Collaborating closely with staff, you will facilitate communication, monitor resources and budgets, and deliver regular reports to senior management.

 
Key Responsibilities:

 

  • Implement project standards and best practices to drive consistency and quality
  • Develop and manage a portfolio of projects, aligning them with the charity's strategic goals
  • Provide governance and oversight for all project activities, ensuring effective communication and collaboration
  • Manage resources, timelines, and budgets to achieve project goals
  • Deliver regular reports to senior management on project status, risks, and outcomes
  • Gain a thorough understanding of interdependencies between projects and their impact on the charity
  • Develop and own the charity's dashboard and reporting tools
  • Conduct regular reviews and audits to assess adherence to standards and identify areas for improvement
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and implement best practices across the organization
     

Who We're Looking For:

We are seeking an experienced Project Management Office Specialist who has:

 

  • Proven experience in PMO leadership, with a track record of setting up and managing PMOs
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
  • Proficiency in project management software and methodologies, such as agile, waterfall, PMBOK, PRINCE2, or ISO 21500
  • A strategic mindset with the ability to anticipate future challenges and opportunities
  • Experience in the management of a portfolio of projects across a business function
  • Proficiency in project management, resource planning, and risk management
  • A bachelor's degree or equivalent, and a relevant project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2)
     

What We Offer: At Police Care UK, we believe in investing in our people. When you join our team, you'll benefit from a supportive and inclusive work environment, opportunities for professional growth and development, and the chance to impact the lives of those who protect our communities.

How to Apply:If you're ready to join a forward-thinking charity that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a detailed cover letter explaining why you're the right fit for this role. Applications are assessed on a rolling basis, so please apply as soon as you are able.

Police Care UK is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or religious belief.

Closing date 24-09-2024

REF-216 453

Posted by
Police Care UK View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 11 - 20
Posted on: 28 August 2024
Closed date: 20 September 2024 at 14:44
Job ref: REF-216453
Tags: Project Management