Applications are invited from qualified individuals to fill the position of:

PROJECT COORDINATOR

JOB PURPOSE:

The Project Coordinator supports the end-to-end project management processes for projects being undertaken by the ICT Authority. The incumbent will assist Project Managers in the scheduling of activities, monitoring of timelines and expenditures against approved budgets, and communication with key stakeholders. The Project Coordinator will also pre-empt challenges and advance solutions, as well as monitor project outputs to ensure that they comply with the pre-established quality standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists the Project Manager in the planning, coordinating and monitoring of projects, including timelines, budgets, resources, and tasks.
• Prepares Project Updates and Status Reports to stakeholders and team members to ensure familiarity with progress made or related challenges.
• Reviews Risk Management Plan and identifies or flags project risks and issues, and implementing the recommended solutions, as necessary.
• Prepares and disseminates approved project documentation, as directed by the manager.
• Prepares Project Presentations for the review by the Project Manager.
• Maintains appropriate files and records, provides information, and facilitates periodic portfolio review meetings.
• Monitors project deliverables to ensure that they are in keeping with the established timelines for delivery.
• Participates in project planning and strategy meetings and provides input on project decisions. Follows-up on actions to be taken post-meeting and communicates outcomes.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems or Business Administration from a recognized tertiary institution.
• Three (3) years’ experience in project management, preferably in an ICT environment.
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) certification & PMP Agile Training, is required.

DESIRED COMPETENCIES:

• Proficiency in project management methodologies, lifecycle and tools.
• Knowledge of project management software and tools, such as Microsoft Project or JIRA.
• Familiarity with agile project management practices.
• Understanding of project budgeting and financial management.
• Knowledge of risk management processes and techniques.
• Understanding of quality management principles and practices.
• Familiarity with conducting project status reporting and tracking.
• Familiarity with project documentation standards and best practices.

The salary is J$4.06 million per annum plus any current allowances attached to this position.

Applications should be sent no later than Tuesday, December 2, 2025 to:

Director – Corporate Services

Jamaica ICT Authority

P.O. Box 407

Kingston 6

or email: recruitment@icta.gov.jm

We thank all applicants for their interest in this career opportunity.  Kindly note, however, that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.