Project Management Coordinator
Project Management Coordinator
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Job Description
Project Coordinator
Job Title: Project Coordinator
Department: Projects Department
Reports to: Project Manager
Direct Reports: 0
Location: Nairobi Kenya
Job Overview
We are seeking a detailoriented and proactive Project Coordinator to support the Projects Department in executing project plans managing timelines and ensuring that projects are completed on schedule and within scope. This role will work closely with internal teams clients and stakeholders coordinating across functions to maintain clear communication and facilitate smooth project progress. The ideal candidate will be skilled in organizing and tracking tasks ensuring alignment with Agile methodologies and supporting continuous improvement efforts.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist internal staff and project lead in planning executing and closing projects adhering to established project management methodologies.
Maintain clear and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project objectives scope and requirements are well understood.
Create and maintain project documentation including project plans schedules status reports and meeting minutes.
Track project tasks and deliverables ensuring that team members meet deadlines and that project risks are identified and mitigated.
Use Agile methodology to manage projects and crossfunctional teams.
Collaborate with the development team to ensure that deliverables meet the defined quality standards and that testing processes are executed efficiently.
Leading project meetings weekly sprint planning and tracking of projects.
Proactively identify and address issues that may hinder project progress seeking creative solutions to overcome challenges.
Managing project progress and adapt work as required.
Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance project management practices and increase overall efficiency.
Key Performance Indicators
Percentage of projects completed on time.
Timeliness of responses to stakeholder inquiries or requests.
Accuracy and completeness of project documentation.
Adherence to documentation standards and templates.
Percentage of tasks and deliverables completed on schedule.
Number of project risks identified and mitigated.
Adherence to Agile principles and practices.
Percentage of deliverables meeting quality standards.
Requirements
Qualifications
Bachelor s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 2 years in a project coordination or support role preferably within an Agile project management environment.
Familiarity with project management software (e.g. Jira) and proficiency in MS Office (Excel PowerPoint Word).
Soft Skills
Strong time management and organizational abilities
High attention to detail and commitment to quality
Effective communicator with an ability to facilitate collaboration across teams
Adaptability in a fastpaced evolving environment
Problemsolving and critical thinking skills
Ability to work independently and take initiative where necessary
Preferred Attributes
Experience with Waterfall & Agile methodology and crossfunctional teams
Understanding of project management methodologies and best practices
Ability to manage multiple priorities and project components concurrently
Qualifications Bachelor s degree in a related field or equivalent experience. Minimum of 2+ years in a project coordination or support role, preferably within an Agile project management environment. Familiarity with project management software (e.g., Jira) and proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). Soft Skills Strong time management and organizational abilities High attention to detail and commitment to quality Effective communicator with an ability to facilitate collaboration across teams Adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving environment Problem-solving and critical thinking skills Ability to work independently and take initiative where necessary Preferred Attributes Experience with Waterfall & Agile methodology and cross-functional teams Understanding of project management methodologies and best practices Ability to manage multiple priorities and project components concurrently
Employment Type
Full Time
