Project/Programme Manager

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POSITION INFO:

Title: Project/Programme Manager

We are seeking a skilled and dynamic Project/Programme Manager to lead critical initiatives that will ensure strategic alignment, operational efficiency, and sustainable growth. The Project/Programme Manager will report directly to the CEO, serve as a key strategic partner, and act as the CEO’s delegate in their absence. Supported by an Administrative Assistant, this role will drive the successful execution of projects critical to the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of strategic projects and programmes
• Develop and manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery
• Monitor project progress, risks, and performance; provide regular reporting to the CEO
• Drive business transformation initiatives, including process improvements, governance structures, and system implementations
• Translate strategic objectives into a prioritised portfolio of projects
• Act as delegate to the CEO when required and provide strategic advisory support
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships and ensure effective communication across all levels
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure alignment with business goals
• Supervise and support administrative functions related to project coordination
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment
• Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards
• Establish and track KPIs, providing insights and recommendations to leadership

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Fisheries Management, or a related field.
• A Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, PRINCE2, or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 3 years of project or programme management experience, preferably in a fishing, agriculture, or manufacturing industry.
• Proven track record of managing complex, cross-functional projects, ideally in a business transitioning from owner-run to professional management.
• Experience in the fishing industry or a related sector is an advantage, with knowledge of supply chain, regulatory compliance, or sustainability practices.