Project Coordinator

Job Title: Project Coordinator

Company: Smart Education

Location: Business Bay, Dubai

Job Type: Full-Time (On-site)

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:

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

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