Strategic PMO Manager: Portfolio Governance & Insights

The University of Nottingham in Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Broga; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Malaysia is seeking a PMO Manager to oversee strategic project portfolios and ensure alignment with institutional goals. The ideal candidate will provide governance, mentoring, and insights to senior leadership, guiding project delivery across various campuses. This role requires substantial project management experience and a professional qualification, alongside strong analytical and communication skills. The position offers competitive remuneration with a focus on leadership and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8-10 years in project/programme management, with at least 5 in a senior PMO role.
• Experience in establishing or maturing a PMO.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Head of PMO to manage the strategic project portfolio.
• Mentor a team of Project Managers.
• Define and track key portfolio KPIs.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Influencing

Collaboration

Resilience

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

A good honours degree (or equivalent)

Recognised professional qualification (e.g., PMP)

Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MSc in Project Management)

Tools

PPM tools

Job description

A leading educational institution in Malaysia is seeking a PMO Manager to oversee strategic project portfolios and ensure alignment with institutional goals. The ideal candidate will provide governance, mentoring, and insights to senior leadership, guiding project delivery across various campuses. This role requires substantial project management experience and a professional qualification, alongside strong analytical and communication skills. The position offers competitive remuneration with a focus on leadership and collaboration.