Project Support Officer

Provide comprehensive support for program and project management. Offer software support and advice on tools like PmPoint, Sharepoint, MsProject, and Visio to project teams. Promote the use of PM SORP and Project Management Framework for consistent project management across the organization.

Tasks

1. Establish consistent processes for key project activities.
2. Operate performance reporting processes for council projects.
3. Assist project teams in using project management software.
4. Promote project standards and processes.
5. Contribute to project development and compliance.
6. Act as a secretariat for Project Boards.
7. Provide support in organizing events and maintaining project data.
8. Demonstrate awareness of equal opportunities.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Foundation level NVQ or equivalent
• PRINCE II Foundation level or equivalent
• Proficiency in MS Office, Sharepoint, Ms Project, PmPoint, and Visio

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• Meeting minuting
• Building rapport with senior managers
• Project management and organizational change knowledge
• Improvement methodologies
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Group facilitation
• Organizational and time management
• Handling complex problems
• Awareness of equal opportunities