Project Management Specialist

Reports to: Director, Public Investment Management (PIM) , Deputy Director, Public Investment Management (PIM)

Background:

A leading government institution was established in November 2019 to coordinate, support, and drive the implementation of reforms under the Reform Matrix. Additionally, A leading government institution will provide necessary technical assistance and capacity building to Government Ministries and entities to support and expedite the implementation of reforms.

A leading government institution will oversee the implementation of the Reform Matrix; ensure reforms are designed in consultation with stakeholders; report to the Government of Jordan (GoJ) and development partners on progress; and coordinate between (GoJ) entities and development partners to ensure implementation and alignment of donor programs with national priorities. Furthermore, A leading government institution will produce and disseminate information and communication materials to inform all target groups, including the private sector and the public, of the progress of implementation and impact of reforms.

The Reform Matrix consists of twelve pillars:

1. Pillar 1: Fiscal policy.
2. Pillar 2: Public Sector Efficiency and Governance
3. Pillar 3: Enabling Business Environment.
4. Pillar 4: Investment and Trade Promotion Drive.
5. Pillar 5: Access to Finance and Capital Markets
6. Pillar 6: Labor Markets and Skills Development.
7. Pillar 7: Social Safety Nets.
8. Pillar 8: Transportation Sector.
9. Pillar 9: Energy Sector.
10. Pillar 10: Water Sector.
11. Pillar 11: Agriculture Sector.
12. Pillar 12: Tourism Sector.

Project Context

Given Jordan’s limited fiscal space, the Reform Secretariate is committed to ensure that Jordanian public investment spending is well assessed and efficient to promote growth and at the same time strengthen public financial management by improving the management of fiscal risks through monitoring the Government’s underlying fiscal position. In June 2016 a decision was taken to establish a central Public Investment Management (PlM) Unit at leading government institution along with a Governance Framework for PIM/PPP decision making. As such the government has already established a central PIM Unit at leading government institution to manage all investments according to standards set by the PIM/PPP framework, also a plan to develop a National Register of Investment Projects (NRIP) for PIP and PPP projects has been adopted to make it fully operational for all new projects to be selected through appropriate methodologies and selection criteria which will provide comprehensive data for all government investment projects, as well as preserve, archive, and organize documents studies, and reports for these projects. The registry will also determine priorities and monitor performance indicators during various stages of the project with the overall goal of improving the quality of outputs and achieving developmental goals in line with outlined financial costs and approved timelines to better manage and control public expenditures.

Main Function:

The Project Management Specialist in the PIM Unit will be responsible for developing technical and internal memos and review Project Concept Notes (PCN), prepare scopes of work evaluate technical proposals, preparing reports related to projects including progress reports, financial reports and assists in appropriate technical, outreach and administrative tasks related to the PIM Unit.

Responsibilities:

The Project Management Specialist will be responsible for the following key tasks:

• Assist in the preparation of Project Concept Notes in coordination with the Line Ministries and Public Authorities.
• Responsible of the submitted Project Concept Notes (PCN), Feasibility Study, Summary Appraisal Submission and Assessment
• Assist in the conduct of initial projects screenings and prioritization.
• Conduct Site visit as part of the review of Project Concept Notes, Feasibility Study, Summary Appraisal Submission and Assessment.
• Provide support and advice to embed best practices of project and risk management,
• Review of Project Concept Notes in collaboration with Beneficiaries and provide comments within the agreed timelines.

• Project management expertise in the context of developing countries.
• Experience in reviewing, processing and monitoring project proposals.

• Demonstration of strong technical, analytical, and conceptual skills to analyze issues and recommend solutions and/or options.

Deliverables:

The following are the expected deliverables from the Project Management Specialist:

• Monthly progress reports.
• Technical reports and presentation on assigned tasks.
• Prepare Manuals and guidelines Project Concept Notes (PCN).

Qualifications:

• A master’s degree in engineering or related fields.
• A minimum of eight and maximum ten years of relevant work experience.
• A working knowledge and experience in the public sector is an advantage.
• An experience in PPPs is a strong advantage.
• Experience in reviewing, processing, and monitoring project proposals.
• Must demonstrate strong technical, analytical, and conceptual skills to analyze issues and recommend and present solutions and/or options.
• Experience in prioritization and selection of projects.
• Project management experience in developing country contexts.
• Excellent communication and writing skills in both English and Arabic.
• Excellent business writing and presentation skills.
• A Project Management Professional Certification is an advantage.

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