Project Planning/Risk Officer
Summary
Title: | Project Planning/Risk Officer |
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ID: | 3264 |
Department: | Risk & Governance |
Location : | Riyadh |
Nationality : | Saudi Arabia |
Industry: | Marine Transport Services |
Type of Contract : | Full-time |
Description
Job Summary:
The Project Planning and Risk Officer will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring project plans, schedules, and risk management strategies across various projects within the organization. This role requires a strong understanding of project management methodologies, risk assessment techniques, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery. The ideal candidate will be meticulous, proactive, and possess excellent analytical and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Planning:
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, resource allocation, and budget.
- Create and maintain detailed project schedules using appropriate software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project).
- Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to define project activities, dependencies, and critical paths.
- Monitor project progress against established baselines and identify any deviations or delays.
- Prepare and present regular project status reports, highlighting key achievements, challenges, and forecasts.
- Facilitate planning workshops and meetings to ensure alignment and buy-in from all stakeholders.
- Implement and maintain project planning tools and templates.
Risk Management:
- Identify, assess, and prioritize project risks and opportunities across all project phases.
- Develop and implement robust risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
- Maintain a comprehensive project risk register, tracking identified risks, their likelihood, impact, and proposed responses.
- Conduct regular risk reviews and updates with project teams and stakeholders.
- Monitor the effectiveness of risk mitigation measures and adjust strategies as needed.
- Provide training and guidance to project teams on risk management best practices.
- Report on overall project risk exposure and recommend actions to senior management.
- Conduct post-project reviews to identify lessons learned related to project planning and risk management.
General:
- Ensure all project planning and risk management activities adhere to company policies, procedures, and industry best practices.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes and tools.
- Act as a central point of contact for project planning and risk-related inquiries.
- Foster a culture of proactive planning and risk awareness within the organization.
- Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in project planning and risk management.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
- 3 years of experience in project planning, scheduling, and risk management roles, preferably within the [relevant industry, e.g., construction, IT, oil & gas] sector.
- Proven experience with project management software such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar.
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., PMBOK, Agile, Waterfall).
- Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing risk management frameworks and processes.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- PMP, PMI-RMP, or other relevant certifications are highly desirable.
- Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Arabic is a strong asset.