Posted Jul 07, 2026 20 views
Based in Islamabad, the Manager Special Projects will support the Head of Strategy & Special Projects by overseeing the planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of strategic initiatives and special projects. This role requires a proactive professional who ensures effective project execution, facilitates collaboration among stakeholders, monitors performance, prepares comprehensive reports, and guarantees compliance with organizational objectives and government regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the planning, development, implementation, and management of strategic and special projects.
- Develop detailed project plans, implementation schedules, monitoring frameworks, and progress tracking mechanisms.
- Coordinate with internal departments, government agencies, consultants, development partners, and other stakeholders to ensure timely and successful project delivery.
- Monitor project progress against established timelines, milestones, and deliverables, identifying risks and proposing mitigation strategies.
- Prepare thorough progress reports, presentations, briefs, concept notes, and other documentation for management and stakeholders.
- Support monitoring and evaluation activities while maintaining accurate project records and documentation.
- Conduct research, data analysis, benchmarking studies, and policy reviews to guide project implementation and decision-making.
- Facilitate meetings, consultations, workshops, and follow-up actions related to assigned projects.
- Assist in preparing and reviewing project proposals, planning documents, and other strategic initiatives.
- Ensure strict adherence to public sector procedures, regulations, and organizational policies.
- Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Head of Strategy & Special Projects.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of three years’ relevant experience in project management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, strategic planning, or related fields.
- Experience working with government organizations, regulatory bodies, or development sector projects is highly desirable.
- Bachelor’s degree (16 years of education) in Business Administration, Public Administration, Management Sciences, Economics, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Project Management, or a related discipline from an HEC-recognized national or international university.
Essential Skills and Competencies
- Strong understanding of public sector governance, administrative processes, and regulatory frameworks.
- Proven expertise in project planning, execution, monitoring, reporting, and stakeholder coordination.
- Excellent report writing, documentation, presentation development, and communication skills.
- Ability to develop project plans, work schedules, performance indicators, and monitoring frameworks.
- Experience conducting research, data analysis, and preparing analytical reports with actionable recommendations.
- Knowledge of project risk management and performance tracking methodologies.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously and work effectively under tight deadlines.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and meticulous attention to detail.
This position offers a valuable opportunity to contribute to the organization’s strategic goals by managing complex projects within a dynamic public sector environment. Candidates who demonstrate a commitment to excellence and a collaborative mindset are encouraged to apply.
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