Project Officer- Content & Learning

Job Description

Job PurposeThe Project Officer, Content and Learning is responsible for coordinating content development projects to ensure successful completion of deliverables within the established budget, schedule and quality objectives. The role facilitates project scheduling, and proactively identifies and mitigates project risks by coordinating communication and facilitating problem-solving across teams.Key ResponsibilitiesProactively coordinate the implementation of project delivery for Content and Learning ? Facilitate project schedule, quality and cost with stakeholders aligned to goals and objectives ? Establish, communicate and adjust project plans, flagging internal and external dependencies and risks to all stakeholders ? Work collaboratively with content teams, championing and maintaining processes, tracking, and communication channels that enable cost effective, reliable, high quality content ? Communicate and appropriately escalate feedback about project effectiveness to increase team efficiency, reduce bottlenecks and increase delivery predictability.Support Head of Resourcing and Planning ? Identify and facilitate content partnerships, communication and resource support to maintain project schedules and mitigate risks ? Solve complex problems by bringing together the right key stakeholders and resources, facilitating effective communication, process and problem resolutions ? Develop, maintain and publish project KPIs, reports and dashboards that effectively and reliably track project quality, delivery and predictability for various stakeholders and leads. ? Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to develop processes, tools and systems including templates, reporting, capacity planning, resource management and budget planning to improve efficiency and predictability.Tasks related to Engagements ? Coordinate regular reporting of the performance of our vendors and contract partners, effectively escalating problems and supporting improvements in communication and productivity as appropriate ? Coordinate communication between teams and vendors to ensure effective relationships and ensure timely implementation of agreed contracts across all subjects.Education, Experience and Required Skills ? BA/BS in relevant discipline ? Project Management Certification ideal ? Fluent English communication skills (reading, writing, speaking) required ? Arabic communication abilities a large advantage (required for Arabic subjects) ? Minimum 3 years? experience working in project management related roles ? Consistent track record of developing and managing vendor relationships in a manner that exceed targeted goals ? Familiarity with project management terms, tools, and methodologies ? Experience facilitating collaboration with cross-functional teams ? Experience teaching K-12 preferred ? Knowledge of curriculum standards and assessments ? Ability to work flexible hours, managing vendors across multiple time zones ? Analytical; ability to compile facts, analyze and synthesize to draw conclusions and communicate finding ? Track record of Problem solving to drive toward results, overcome obstacles, bottlenecks and other risks as required ? Tangible examples of articulating priorities and revising plans to meet deadlines ? Demonstrate familiarity with various project management practices and tools with the ability to implement and customize to the needs of team and/or project ? Problem solving skills; able to facilitate analysis of complex problems, evaluate facts and theories, and lead to solution oriented action that achieves desired deliverables.

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