Project Management Officer (PMO), Dublin Pike

Overview of the Role Our client is seeking an experienced PMO Project Manager to support the management and governance of a portfolio of externally funded research projects. This role will ensure projects are established, monitored, and completed in line with funder and institutional requirements, while also contributing to the development of PMO processes and governance frameworks. This is a short-term opportunity (5 months) to support a period of increased project activity, with a strong focus on compliance, reporting, and project close-out.

Key Responsibilities

Support project governance across a portfolio of externally funded programmes

Ensure projects are set up, tracked, and closed in line with compliance requirements

Maintain accurate project records and documentation

Monitor project compliance with funder and institutional obligationsCoordinate reporting milestones and administrative deliverables

Support audit readiness across multiple projects

Liaise with project leads, finance teams, and external stakeholders

Contribute to the development and implementation of PMO processes, templates, and tools

Assist in standardising project management best practices across the organisation

Manage multiple workstreams and prioritise workload effectively

Essential Requirements

Level 8 degree in Project Management, Business Administration, or related discipline (or 5+ years’ relevant experience)

Minimum 3 years’ experience in a PMO or project/portfolio management role

Certification or strong experience in at least one framework (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, Lean Six Sigma)

Proven experience in project cost, risk, programme, and contract management

Strong planning, organisational, and analytical skills

Experience developing processes, templates, and standardised project approaches

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Ability to explain financial concepts to non‑financial stakeholders

Strong IT skills, including project management tools (e.g. JIRA, Avaza or similar)

Advanced Microsoft Office skills (especially Excel)

Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines

Desirable Criteria

Experience in research or grant‑funded environments

Knowledge of national/international funding compliance requirements

Experience within the public sector or higher education environment

Experience developing automated workflows (e.g. JIRA, Power Automate)

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