Project Officer

Project Officer SUMMARY OF ROLEThe Project Officer is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of
approved change requests (CRs) and small-scale projects within the PMO
framework. This includes planning, execution, stakeholder engagement, risk
management, documentation, and ensuring delivery within scope, time, and
budget. This role requires collaboration across business, IT, and vendor teams
to drive execution excellence and ensure alignment with the bank’s strategic
objectives. Additionally, the Project Officer supports the wider PMO and
Strategy & Transformation function in enhancing delivery standards and
governance. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES1.     Project & CR Management:·        Lead the execution
of change requests (CRs) and small projects in alignment with approved business
cases.·         Develop and
maintain delivery plans with scope, activities, milestones, and dependencies
clearly defined.·         Ensure delivery is completed on time, within
budget, and to the expected level of quality. 2.     Governance, Compliance & Reporting:·         Record and
maintain key project documentation including risks, issues, decisions, and
dependencies.·         Prepare and
deliver regular project updates and dashboards to stakeholders and the PMO.·         Ensure adherence to bank policies, procedures,
and project governance standards. 3.     Stakeholder Coordination:·         Engage
proactively with business sponsors, IT teams, and support functions to align
expectations.·         Facilitate
meetings, workshops, and discussions to ensure clarity and ownership of project
deliverables.·         Build strong relationships to support
stakeholder cooperation and satisfaction. 4.     Procurement, Budget & Vendor Management:·         Where required,
lead RFI/RFP activities and vendor evaluations for small projects.·         Monitor and
manage project budgets and forecasts, ensuring alignment with internal finance
processes.·         Coordinate with external vendors and ensure
timely delivery in accordance with scope and contracts. 5.     Post-Implementation Review & Knowledge Sharing:·         Conduct
post-implementation reviews to assess delivery success and lessons learned.·         Document
closure reports and ensure follow-up on any outstanding actions.·         Support the continuous improvement of project
management standards and practices within the PMO. 6.     Process
Innovation, Automation & Digitalization:·         Drive continuous process improvement through
innovative, automated, and digital solutions once required 7.     Business Control & Governance·         Ensure adherence to the bank's policies,
regulatory requirements, and industry standards in all operational activities.Requirements·         Omani National·         Bachelor’s degree in business, Management, or
related discipline.·         3-5 years of experience in project delivery or
PMO role.