Job Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Coordinator with proven experience supporting Project Management Office (PMO) operations in a government environment, preferably within local government. The ideal candidate will assist in coordinating projects, ensuring compliance with governance processes, maintaining documentation, and supporting cross-functional teams in delivering successful outcomes.

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Key Responsibilities:

· Provide day-to-day support for PMO operations, including scheduling, reporting, and administrative tasks.

· Assist project managers in planning, executing, and monitoring projects in accordance with PMO standards.

· Track project deliverables, timelines, and budgets to ensure alignment with organizational goals.

· Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including risk logs, meeting minutes, status reports, and change requests.

· Support project governance processes, including preparation for steering committee and stakeholder meetings.

· Coordinate communication among project stakeholders, internal departments, and external partners.

· Assist in the implementation and improvement of PMO tools, templates, and methodologies.

· Ensure compliance with government standards, policies, and regulatory requirements.

· Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives within the PMO.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

· Minimum 3 years of experience in a project coordination or PMO support role.

· Prior experience working in a government setting, with a strong preference for local government.

· Familiarity with project management methodologies such as Waterfall, Agile, or Hybrid approaches.

· Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and project management tools (e.g., MS Project, SharePoint, Smartsheet, or similar).

· Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

· Understanding of government procurement and reporting requirements is a plus.

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Preferred Qualifications:

· Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, or a related field.

· Project management certification (e.g., CAPM, PMP, PRINCE2 Foundation) is a plus.

· Experience working with or within a formal PMO framework.

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