Project Coordinator

الوصف الوظيفي

The Portland Trust (TPT) is looking for a project coordinator to participate in initiating, planning, and delivering development projects to achieve their goals on schedule and on budget. The project coordinator will be contracted to join our high-performing team in Ramallah for a, with a possibility for subsequent contract renewal/extension or full-time employment.

The role will be the principle for planning and overseeing projects within our organization, from the initial ideation through to completion. The project coordinator will coordinate people and processes to deliver projects on time, within budget and with the desired outcomes aligned to objectives. The project coordinator will also act as a point of liaison between the project team and senior management. Project coordinators use project management tools to plan, monitor and regularly report to stakeholders on the progress of the project. A key part of a project coordinator's role is to identify and mitigate risks which may impact successful delivery of projects.

Roles & Responsibilities

Defining project objectives, scope, roles & responsibilities
Defining resource requirements and managing resource availability & allocation – both internal and third party
Outlining a budget based on requirements and tracking costs to deliver the project on budget
Preparing a detailed project plan to schedule key project milestones, workstreams & activities
Coordinating the delivery of the project according to the plan
Tracking project and providing regular reports on project status to the project team and key stakeholders
Coordinating and adjusting for any changes in project scope, schedule and/or budget
Identifying and mitigating potential risks
Coordinating the relationship and communication with all stakeholders
Lead the financial feasibility analysis, fundraising, impact measurement, and sustainability of development projects
Leverage TPT and personal networks to catalyze development projects and attract/convert donor and private sector funding
Represent TPT at conferences, meetings, and industry events
Support the TPT team with market research and competitive positioning analysis
Preparation of concept notes, proposals, and presentation decks
Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports

متطلبات الوظيفة

Job Prerequisites & Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, finance, marketing or related field (hi-tech related disciplines may be considered in certain cases)
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus
Minimum 4+ years’ experience in project management
Familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies and best practices
Strong analytical and technical skills in order to correctly identify and mitigate risks which may arise throughout the project
Successful track record working with C-level with an understanding of how to negotiate with complex stakeholders
Strong communication and presentation skills that establish interest, credibility, and trust, with a thorough command of English and strong networking skills
Business and commercial acumen and effective stakeholder management skills
Demonstrable aptitude and track record in working in a collaborative / team environment with excellent organizational skills
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities with an ability to work independently, be proactive, and handle uncertainty
Strong time management skills and the ability to juggle multiple tasks at once
Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint