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Project Co-Ordinator

Employer
Birmingham City University Temporary Jobs
Location
Birmingham, West Midlands
Salary
Up to £13.13 per hour
Closing date
3 May 2018

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Sector
IT
Job Type
Temporary
Hours
Full-time

Job Details


Provide support and guidance on portfolio, programme and project management processes, procedures, tools and techniques. Support includes definition of portfolios, programmes, and projects; advice on the development, production and maintenance of business cases; time, resource, cost and exception plans, and the use of related software tools. Tracking and reporting of programme/project progress and performance are also covered, as is the capability to facilitate all aspects of portfolio/ programme/ project meetings, workshops and documentation.

Main activities and responsibilities



  • Use recommended project control solutions for planning, scheduling and tracking projects.
  • Set up project files, compiles and distributes reports. Maintain programme and project files.
  • Provide administrative services to project boards, project assurance teams and quality review meetings
  • Provide guidance on project management software, procedures, processes, tools and techniques.
  • Provide basic advice and guidance on individual project proposals and plans
  • From supplied planning and actual data, use spreadsheet and project management software to set up work breakdown structures and project networks.
  • Produce planned and updated project and summary reports, including cost breakdowns and summaries.
  • Maintain project performance metric data and estimating models. Review models and recommends changes.
  • Administer project and programme change control.
  • Administer the Configuration Management system for the project.


  • Additional Key Requirements:


    Managing People and Resources

    Has some responsibility for the work of others and the allocation of resources.

    Plans, schedules and monitors own work (and that of others where applicable) competently within limited deadlines and according to relevant legislation and procedures

    Communication

    Required to communicate fluently orally and in writing, and to present complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

    Usually receives specific instructions and has work reviewed at frequent milestones.

    Takes the initiative in identifying and negotiating appropriate personal development opportunities.

    Collaborative working

    Works with and influences team and specialist peers. Influences customers at account level and works collaboratively with colleagues across the University.

    Has working level contact with customers and suppliers

    Appreciates the wider field of information systems, and how own role relates to other roles and to the University.

    Initiative, problem solving and decision making

    Works under general direction within a clear framework of accountability.

    Exercises substantial personal responsibility and autonomy.

    Plans own work to meet given objectives and processes.

    Makes decisions which influence the success of projects and team objectives.

    Performs a broad range of complex technical or professional work activities, in a variety of contexts.

    Investigates, defines and resolves complex problems. Uses discretion in identifying and resolving complex problems and assignments.

    Determines when issues should be escalated to a higher level.

    Applies methodical approach to problem definition and resolution.

    Understands and uses appropriate methods, tools and applications.

    Demonstrates an analytical and systematic approach to problem solving.

    Absorbs and applies technical information.

    Works to required standards.

    Work Environment

    Be aware of the risks in the workplace and potential impact on own work and that of others.


    Person Specification


    • Degree or relevant professional qualification
    • Probably educated to bachelor degree level or holds a relevant professional qualification.
    • Has achieved proficiency in the Task of Portfolio, programme and project support - Level 2.
    • Is familiar with the project development life-cycle and typical issues associated with the implementation of IT projects.
    • Good oral and written communication skills.

    Able to demonstrate familiarity with:

    • Organised and documented sets of techniques, intended to facilitate the structured development of applications. Examples: XP (Extreme Programming), RUP (Rational Unified Process), Objectory/UML(Unified Modelling Language).
    • The collection, analysis and application of historical and synthetic measurements in the estimation of IT activities. Examples: Development metrics (function point analysis, lines of code), Service metrics (capacity, throughput, response times), Life Cycle metrics (% successful projects/products per phase).
    • Automated tools to assist in the project management process, by automating mechanical tasks such as scheduling, resource balancing, and time recording. Tools and techniques for risk management. Examples: Open Workbench, Microsoft Project, RiskyProject.
    • Methods and techniques associated with planning and monitoring of projects.
    • Methods and techniques for writing effective reports.

    This is a full time role for 6 Months based at City Centre Birmingham.

    Company

    Birmingham City University pride themselves on an inclusive and dynamic working environment, where we work hard to develop our staff. Since changing our name to Birmingham City University in 2007 we've made giant strides forward in the quality and range of our education provision, and we see our staff as vital to that improvement. This commitment has been reflected in increased investment in staff development.

    Manpower has teamed up with Birmingham City University to offer you the unique ability to work for Birmingham City University with Manpower.

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