Project Manager at Maskew Miller Learning

Key Duties and Responsibilities:    

• Ensure that the project is delivered on-time, within scope, quality and budget.
• Ensure resource availability and allocation and coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of the project.
• Develop detailed project plans to monitor and track progress.
• Produce, maintain, store & share all project documentation using the dedicated Maskew Miller Learning project document repository & channels.
• Measure and report project performance using appropriate tools and techniques and escalate risks & issues to the Programme Manager as needed.
• Establish a strong pro-active partnership with all Maskew Miller Learning teams as well as external vendors contracted to the project.
• Collaborate with internal team members whenever necessary to put new processes in place, unblock impediments, expedite certain deliverables etc.
• Having a real-time visibility over the team’s capacity.

Educational Requirements:   

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

Experience Requirements:   

• 4-6 years of proven track record managing education and/or technology project deployments on time and within budget.
• Experience with standard PM processes, documentation and governance.
• Strong project management skills, managing customer facing projects with ability to influence senior level management and key stakeholders.
• Experience in various Project Schedule Management tools & techniques including hybrid waterfall & agile deployment, using sprints, burnup and burndown charts would be advantageous.
• Ability to operate at the strategic and operational levels to support the team and add value to internal stakeholders.
• Experience managing third party vendors and resources to ensure project deliverables are on time and within budget.
• Proven ability to manage stakeholder engagements and expectations under high stress to successful completion.
• Knowledge of the print production process, rights & permissions, digital product development & content management would be advantageous.
• Previous Experience in Project Phoenix would be advantageous

Skills and Competencies:   

• Strong time and quality management skills
• Strong problem solver and creative thinker.
• Exceptional leadership skills, communication skills and presentation skills.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.