Project Coordinator

Job Title: Project Coordinator

Company: Smart Education

Location: Business Bay, Dubai

Job Type: Full-Time

Smart Education is at the forefront of revolutionizing the educational landscape by developing and promoting cutting-edge EdTech platforms and products. We are currently seeking an experienced Project Coordinator to play a key role in supporting our mission and contributing to our dynamic team.

Responsibilities:

The Project Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing multiple projects related to EdTech products. The key responsibilities include:

1. Implementing and overseeing comprehensive project strategies that align with organizational goals.
2. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including curriculum developers, software developers, and product developers, to deliver integrated EdTech solutions.
3. Coordinating with external software firms to ensure efficient and effective project implementations.
4. Managing multiple project schedules, ensuring efficient resource allocation and maintaining budget oversight.
5. Planning, scheduling, tracking progress, troubleshooting issues, and providing regular updates to stakeholders.
6. Implementing best project management practices to ensure smooth coordination across multiple teams.
7. Staying informed about industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to enhance strategies and drive innovation.
8. Preparing dashboards and reports and managing administrative tasks related to project management.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate for the Project Coordinator role will possess the following qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in IT, Digital Media, Project Management, or a related field.
2. A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in managing multiple digital projects, preferably in the EdTech sector.
3. Strong background in IT/Software, with a thorough understanding of educational digital content management systems and Learning Management Systems (LMS) is a plus.
4. PMP certification or an equivalent project management qualification.
5. Proficient in using online project management tools like Jira, Smartsheet, and others.
6. Excellent organizational skills, with the capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
7. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, fostering effective collaboration with both internal team members and external partners.
8. A detail-oriented approach with a strong emphasis on maintaining quality and consistency across projects.
9. Flexibility to quickly adapt to new technologies and industry trends.
10. Possesses the ability and experience to effectively act as a Scrum Master for software projects.
11. Scrum Master Certification is a plus. 

Smart Education is an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting diversity and fostering an inclusive work environment for all employees.

If you are passionate about EdTech and eager to make a significant impact, we invite you to apply!