Coordinator

KPMG Talent (P5+) Limited is assisting a client with the recruitment of a Coordinator. Our client is a leading financial institution committed to delivering strategic initiatives that support business growth, operational excellence, and customer value. To support the successful delivery of its strategic objectives, the organisation is seeking to recruit a Coordinator to assist Programme Managers and Project Managers in coordinating project activities, stakeholder engagement, reporting, and governance processes.

Role Purpose:

The Coordinator is responsible for supporting the successful delivery of the Bank’s portfolio of projects which are of a direct nature, spanning across a limited number of stakeholders and functions with limited pre-defined processes. The role involves providing project coordination and administrative support across the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities of the Coordinator:

• Supporting Programme Managers and Project Managers in overseeing projects throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring delivery of agreed objectives and business benefits.
• Assisting with project planning activities, including setting priorities, allocating resources, and preparing and maintaining project documentation and artefacts.
• Engaging with stakeholders, supporting communication activities, and providing updates on project progress and outcomes.
• Supporting quality assurance activities, resource coordination, and the monitoring of project risks, dependencies, and issues.
• Coordinating formal project meetings, including scheduling sessions, preparing agendas and supporting documentation, documenting minutes, and following up on action items.
• Assisting with the preparation of project status reports and providing administrative and coordination support for project governance activities.
• Supporting the management of very small projects from initiation through to completion under the direction of Programme Managers or Project Managers.

Knowledge and skill requirements

Education and Work Experience

• An MQF Level 4 qualification in Project Management, Banking, Management, Business, or a related field, combined with a minimum of 2 years' relevant experience; or
• A minimum of 3 years' relevant experience in projects, banking, business, financial services, or a related field; or
• A relevant MQF Level 6 Bachelor's Degree in Project Management, Banking, Management, Business, or a related field.
• A professional certification in Project Management and/or Scrum Master-related methodologies will be considered an asset.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Display a highly ethical, practical, and hands-on approach to work.
• Demonstrate a responsible, committed, and collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Exhibit a commitment to continuous learning and maintaining up-to-date knowledge relevant to the role.
• Possess knowledge of project management methodologies, processes, and techniques.
• Apply an understanding of risk trade-off considerations and their potential impact on project success.