Project Associate at Nakuru Box Innovation Center

Project Associate responsibilities:

1. Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of multiple projects
2. Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
3. Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant internal stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
4. Ensure resource availability and allocation
5. Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress
6. Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques
7. Measure performance using appropriate project management tools and techniques
8. Report and escalate to management as needed
9. Manage the relationship with the client and relevant stakeholders
10. Perform risk management to minimize potential risks
11. Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors
12. Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
13. Meet with partners to take detailed ordering briefs and clarify specific requirements of each project
14. Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals
15. Meet budgetary objectives and make adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis
16. Develop comprehensive project plans to be shared with clients as well as other staff members
17. Use and continually develop leadership skills
18. Attend conferences and training as required to maintain proficiency
19. Perform other related duties as assigned
20. Develop spreadsheets, diagrams and process maps to document needs

Project Associate requirements:

1. Proven working experience in project management
2. Experience in working in another innovation center is an added advantage
3. Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
5. Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
6. Bachelor's Degree in appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience
7. Experience with project management software tools