🌟 Join us as a Project Support Officer (3-Month Contract, Potential to Extend)
Hybrid working - £17.69 an hour - based in Bournemouth with occasional travel to Talbot Campus.
Are you a highly organised, proactive individual with a passion for supporting impactful projects? Bournemouth University's Project Management Office (PMO) is growing-and we're looking for a dynamic Project Support Officer to help us deliver strategic initiatives that shape the future of our institution.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative team at the heart of university transformation. Initially offered as a 3-month contract, this role has the potential to extend based on project needs and performance.
🛠️ What You'll Be DoingYou'll play a key role in supporting project managers and ensuring smooth delivery across a range of university-wide projects. Your responsibilities will include:
📅 Project Support & Coordination
* Assist project managers with planning, scheduling, and monitoring project activities.
* Coordinate project schedules, resources, equipment, and information to keep everything running smoothly.
* Maintain centralised project records in line with university policies and audit requirements.
* Provide essential administrative support-organising meetings, preparing documents, and tracking actions.
* Help prepare and update key project documentation, including plans, risk registers, and status reports.
* Monitor project milestones and support teams in meeting critical deadlines.
🎯 What We're Looking For
We're seeking someone who:
* Has excellent organisational and communication skills.
* Thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
* Is detail-oriented and confident managing multiple priorities.
* Brings experience or interest in project coordination, administration, or support roles.
💡 Why Join Us?
* Be part of a forward-thinking university making a real impact.
* Work alongside experienced professionals in a supportive PMO team.
* Gain exposure to a variety of strategic projects and build valuable experience.
* Enjoy a flexible, engaging role with the possibility of extension.
What you need to do now
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