Job Description

Transition PMO - Marine Services
Based at HMNB Portsmouth: Hybrid based role
Fixed Term 12-month contract
Competitive salary plus benefits
Serco have an exciting opportunity within our Marine division for a Transition Programme Management Officer to join our team based at HMNB Portsmouth on a hybrid basis. This position plays a crucial role in supporting the planning, coordination, and delivery of workstreams within the DMS-NG programme. Our Transition Programme Management Officer will ensure effective monitoring, reporting, and maintenance of PMO processes and governance standards, contributing to the overall success of the programme. This position is essential for maintaining consistent PMO practices, supporting Project Managers and PMO Lead, and ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of project activities. The role will also provide critical support in documentation, risk management, and stakeholder communication.
Main Accountabilities:
Project Support and Coordination:

• Assist Project Managers with the development and maintenance of project plans and schedules.
• Track project milestones and deliverables, ensuring timely updates and reporting.
• Support the integration of workstream plans into the overall programme plan.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including RAID logs, action logs, and status reports.
• Ensure all project documents are up-to-date and stored in the appropriate locations.
• Support the preparation of reports and presentations for Programme Board and Steering Committees.

Risk and Issue Management:

• Assist in identifying project risks and issues, ensuring they are logged, tracked, and updated.
• Support the development of mitigation plans and escalate significant risks to the PMO Lead.

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:

• Support effective communication between the PMO, Project Managers, and stakeholders.
• Assist with organising and facilitating project meetings and workshops.
• Document meeting minutes, actions, and decisions, ensuring follow-up and tracking.

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:

• Act as a central point of contact for programme-related queries, ensuring consistent and transparent communication with stakeholders.
• Support stakeholder engagement efforts, facilitating workshops, meetings, and presentations to communicate programme progress.

Process Management and Improvement:

• Ensure adherence to PMO processes and standards across all workstreams.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and support the implementation of best practices.

Administrative Support:

• Provide general administrative support to the PMO team, including scheduling meetings and maintaining calendars.
• Assist with the management of project-related correspondence and documentation.

Training and Capability Building:

• Provide guidance and support to other PMO members.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing across the PMO team.

What you'll need to do the role:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Good knowledge of project planning tools such as Microsoft Project.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with attention to detail.
• Good communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to manage documentation and maintain accurate records.
• Desirable: Experience with RAID logs and risk management practices.
• Desirable: Experience in a PMO or project support role within a complex programme environment Quick learner

What we offer:

• Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Holidays: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Training and development: We offer a wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.
• Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres
• Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
• ShareSave scheme: Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period.
• Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community.
• Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.

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At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. As a proud Disability Confident Leader and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard, disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.
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