Project Management Consultant

We are seeking a seasoned PMO Consultant to establish and lead a ** Project Management Office (PMO)**. The successful candidate will drive the development of the PMO’s strategic mandate, design its operating model, define governance, and implement standardized processes and tools to ensure efficient project and program delivery. This role requires a strong understanding of portfolio and program management, strategic alignment, and change management within a financial or large organizational context.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define the strategic mandate and objectives of the PMO.
• Design the **optimal PMO operating model **, including structure, roles, responsibilities, and governance framework.
• Establish standardized PMO processes, methodologies, and tools for project, program, and portfolio management.
• Develop KPIs, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms to monitor project and portfolio performance.
• Document processes, best practices, and lessons learned from ongoing projects.
• Provide continuous support and guidance during PMO transition and implementation phases.
• Ensure alignment of PMO initiatives with **organizational strategy and business goals **.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on project portfolio governance and strategic initiatives.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• 10+ years of experience in **project, program, or portfolio management **, with proven experience in ** PMO setup or leadership **.
• Strong experience in financial services is preferred.
• Deep understanding of **PMO frameworks, methodologies, and governance structures **.
• Experience in **strategic planning, process design, and organizational change management **.
• Excellent **stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills **.
• Proficiency in PM tools and software (e.g., MS Project, Power BI, Clarity, Jira).

Relevant certifications preferred: PMP, PgMP, PfMP, PRINCE2, MoP, PMO-CP