Dalrrd Project Officer (THREE (3) Years Fixed Term Contract) (Roodeplaat) at Agricultural Research Council

Description

• Supports project leaders by overseeing administrative tasks, communicating with stakeholders and monitoring resource availability for the project team.
• Develop detailed monitoring and evaluations plans for the full life cycle of research projects, including timelines, quality standards, milestones, communications, and resource allocation.
• Assist with the identification of project risks and monitor the implementation of mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate communication between stakeholders, project teams, and management.
• Monitor and track project progress (deliverables, finances and communications) in collaboration with project leaders, and report regularly to management.
• Maintain project documentation, including contracts, plans, budget, schedules, reports and invoices.
• Prepare and present detailed project status reports and performance metrics to management.
• Monitor and track reporting performance against set targets for the research group. 

Requirements

• Advance Diploma in Project Management (NQF 7); OR bachelor's degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in any Biological or Agricultural Sciences plus a certificate in Project Management (NQF 5).
• At least 3 years’ experience in project coordination or management.
• Experience in monitoring and evaluation of research projects will be an added advantage.
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills (written and verbal).
• Excellent organizational skills, including attention to detail and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work positively with a wide range of individuals involved in a project.
• Proficiency in the MS Office suite and others relevant to Project management.
• Ability to present/communicate the project status to all stakeholders, including management level.
• Valid driver’s license.