PMO Excellence Specialist

PMO Governance & Frameworks
• Define and implement PMO governance, standards, and methodologies
• Establish project lifecycle frameworks and approval gates
• Clarify roles, responsibilities, and decision authorities
• Align governance with institutional policies

Portfolio Oversight & Assurance
• Monitor project portfolio and conduct health checks
• Ensure adherence to methodologies and reporting standards
• Identify risks, delays, and performance gaps
• Escalate critical issues to leadership

Performance & Reporting
• Develop portfolio dashboards with relevant teams
• Define KPIs and provide consolidated reports
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of project data

Compliance & Quality Alignment
• Ensure alignment with governance, compliance, and ISO standards
• Support audit readiness and review project documentation
• Promote quality assurance practices

Methodology & Continuous Improvement
• Maintain standardized methodologies (PMI / PRINCE2)
• Drive process improvements and capture lessons learned
• Support project management maturity across departments

Stakeholder Coordination
• Coordinate with project owners and facilitate governance forums
• Align projects with strategic priorities
• Support communication with leadership

Authority
• Request project data and enforce governance standards
• Recommend improvements and escalate major risks
• Does not directly manage or execute projects

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred) 

• 7 - 9 years of experience in PMO, project governance, or performance roles 

• Strong knowledge of project governance frameworks 

• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification preferred 

• Experience in large institutions or public sector preferred