Project Manager ALU Academics
Project Manager ALU Academics
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Job Description
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Project Manager will play a crucial role in driving key initiatives within ALU Rwanda ALCHE Mauritius and ALUSB. This role will be responsible for identifying planning executing and monitoring projects that support the strategic objectives of both departments. The Project Manager will work closely with department heads and crossfunctional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time within budget and to the highest standards. This role will be a key contributor to the successful implementation of strategic priorities and the overall growth of ALU.
The ideal candidate is a proactive organized project manager who thrives in a dynamic educational environment. They excel at managing complex projects building strong stakeholder relationships and driving results. Possessing a strategic mindset and excellent communication skills they are adaptable resourceful and committed to improving processes and contributing to ALUs success.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Identification and Definition:
- Collaborate with ALU Rwanda ALCHE Mauritius and ALUSB department heads to identify key projects that align with their strategic priorities.
- Conduct needs assessments and feasibility studies to define project scope objectives and deliverables.
- Develop detailed project proposals including problem statements proposed solutions and success metrics.
Project Planning and :
- Develop comprehensive project plans including timelines budgets resource allocation and risk management strategies.
- Manage project ensuring tasks are completed on time and within budget.
- Coordinate crossfunctional teams facilitating communication and collaboration.
- Proactively identify and mitigate project risks and issues.
Project Monitoring and Reporting:
- Track project progress against key milestones and deliverables.
- Develop and maintain project documentation including status reports meeting minutes and risk logs.
- Communicate project updates to stakeholders including department heads and senior leadership.
- Evaluate project outcomes and identify lessons learned for future projects.
Stakeholder Management:
- Build strong relationships with key stakeholders across ALU Rwanda ALCHE Mauritius and ALUSB.
- Manage stakeholder expectations ensuring clear communication and alignment.
- Facilitate effective decisionmaking and problemsolving.
Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all young persons and vulnerable adults with whom we deal by adhering to ALUs comprehensive safeguarding policy maintaining a zerotolerance approach to any violations of safeguarding standards.
Qualifications :
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- Bachelors degree in a relevant field (e.g. Business Administration Project Management Education).
- 3 years of experience in project management preferably in an educational or related environment.
- Proven experience in identifying planning executing and monitoring projects.
- Demonstrated success in managing crossfunctional teams and stakeholders.
- Experience with project management methodologies (e.g. Agile Waterfall).
- Experience in developing and managing project budgets.
- Experience in risk management and problemsolving.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Functional Skills:
- Project Planning: Ability to develop detailed project plans including timelines budgets and resource allocation.
- Project : Ability to manage project ensuring tasks are completed on time and within budget.
- Risk Management: Ability to identify assess and mitigate project risks.
- Budget Management: Ability to develop and manage project budgets effectively.
- Data Analysis: Ability to analyze project data and identify trends and insights.
- Reporting: Ability to develop and present clear and concise project reports.
Soft Skills:
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with crossfunctional teams.
- Leadership: Ability to motivate and influence others.
- ProblemSolving: Strong analytical and problemsolving skills.
- Organizational Skills: Ability to prioritize tasks manage time and meet deadlines.
- Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a dynamic environment.
Remote Work :
Yes
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Remote
