Senior Strategic Planning & PMO Specialist
Full-time · Amman
Senior Strategic Planning and PMO Specialist
The Senior Strategic Planning and PMO Specialist is responsible for supporting, developing, and implementing processes and standards related to project management. The role involves overseeing the progress of various institutional programs and ensuring their alignment with the organization’s strategic goals. This position applies best practices in project management, collaborates with functional managers for effective project planning, monitors performance, identifies risks, and resolves issues to ensure that projects align with strategic objectives.
Develop and implement frameworks and tools to monitor strategic initiatives, action plans, and performance indicators, ensuring consistency and efficiency across all activities.
Define the standards used in managing work plans and provide guidance and recommendations during the execution of programs and operations.
Ensure the application of policies, methodologies, and best practices in project management across work plans.
Monitor the progress and implementation of strategic initiatives, action plans, and their outcomes, preparing regular reports for the Strategic Planning Management.
Assist functional managers in preparing work plans, timelines, and resource allocation.
Monitor performance to ensure that required standards are met within the allocated timeline and budget.
Identify and manage risks and issues to ensure the successful implementation of work plans.
Prepare regular reports on the performance of initiatives and action plans, providing recommendations to overcome challenges and enhance performance.
Provide in-depth analyses and executive summaries to senior management, highlighting progress made, risks, outcomes, and any necessary adjustments to achieve strategic objectives.
Continuously evaluate and improve project management methodologies and tools, as well as performance indicators and annual goals, to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Contribute to the development of training programs aimed at improving project management skills within the foundation.
Ensure that all work plan outputs meet the required quality standards and contribute to achieving the organization's strategic objectives.
Coordinate efforts among various teams to ensure integration and effective collaboration in the implementation of strategic initiatives and action plans.
Maintain comprehensive documentation of all work phases to ensure transparency and easy access to information, including institutionalizing department operations.
Prepare monthly and quarterly work progress reports, as well as performance measurement reports.
Lead the preparation of the annual planning package, ensuring coordination between all functional and supporting departments.
Collaborate with functional and supporting departments and the Strategic Planning Department to align annual planning efforts.
Execute strategic initiatives of the department.
Prioritize the work of departments and divisions based on the organization's strategic plan.
Continuously update the strategic plan and hold sessions to explain it to employees.
Coordinate with the Monitoring and Evaluation Department to align efforts between the two departments.
Develop and track the department's work plan and performance indicators, and submit monthly reports.
Assist in preparing presentations, the annual report, and reports on institutional achievements and challenges.
Develop a framework for cascading goals and indicators, linking them to departmental activities on an annual basis.
Oversee the automation of the strategic planning system and ensure its activation and continuous development.
Provide strategic advice to the Management on improving processes and enhancing efficiency in the implementation of initiatives.
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or any related field.
Recognized certification in project management (e.g., PMP, PMD Pro, or similar).
Ability to think strategically, align projects with broader organizational goals, and contribute to institutional growth and development.
Strong analytical skills to assess data, identify trends, and provide data-driven recommendations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
Ability to identify risks and challenges and devise effective solutions.
Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with experience working in cross-functional teams.
Familiarity with project management and planning software, as well as automated systems for strategic planning and reporting.
Ability to adapt quickly to new challenges and organizational changes.
In-depth knowledge of project management principles, methodologies (such as Agile, Waterfall), and tools, with a proven ability to oversee complex projects.
3-5 years of experience in strategic planning, project management, or related roles.
If you are passionate about aligning project execution with strategic objectives and driving the institution toward greater success. .Submit your CV and fill out the application form via the link below.
