Program Coordinator

HORNE has joined BDO USA•Ridgeland, MS

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About The Position

The Program Coordinator coordinates project details, reporting, and other assigned tasks to support successful project execution. This role partners closely program leadership teams to promote best practices and supports the program leaders to ensure processes and practices align with established project management standards and provide appropriate project governance and control. The Program Coordinator is expected to support multiple project portfolios and help ensure project opportunities are properly managed. This position requires up to 50% travel for client/business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Project Management from an accredited college or university, required
Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in an office setting, required
Advanced Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and Excel skills, required
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Superior attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines
Knowledge of file management and administrative procedures
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to design and improve processes
High level of integrity and discretion
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
Learns quickly and adapts to new technologies
Possesses excellent communication (verbal and writing) skills to work with internal and external clients
Ability to communicate complex information clearly to diverse audiences
Self-starts and works well in a team environment
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, as needed
Ability to travel up to 50% for client/business needs

Nice To Haves

Experience in defining Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) within a project plan, preferred
Demonstrated experience managing projects and applying project management practices, preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, preferred

Responsibilities

Program Planning and Development Develops and implements SOPs and program goals for federally funded grant programs to include setting milestones and deliverables
Evaluates program effectiveness and recommends improvements for compliance and efficiency
Ensures projects adhere to established compliance requirements and that project documentation is maintained appropriately for each engagement
Reporting, Financial, and Change Management Develops, implements and monitors grant program budget(s)
Reviews and approves grant related expenditures within grant program guidelines
Facilitates efficient and strategic project billing in alignment with grant program requirements
Communication and Collaboration Ensures a clear understanding of project scope and contract terms across stakeholders
Communicates effectively with clients, project teams, and senior leadership
Other duties as required
Supervises project staff by supporting and/or leading project teams to successful execution of assigned work