ID229829 Project Manager – EU Funds

KPMG in Romani
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We are currently seeking a Project Manager for PEO EU-Funded Traineeship Projects to join our Human Resources Team in Bucharest for 2,5 years.
Your role
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated
Project Manager
to oversee and manage PEO EU-funded projects with a focus on high school and university apprenticeships. This role involves effective resource management, ensuring quality deliverables, internal monitoring and control, risk management, and representing the organization in key partnerships. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving project success and ensuring compliance with EU funding requirements.
The role is available until December 2027.
Depending on the business context at that time, the candidate may be offered a contract extension for other projects or roles.

Key Responsibilities
Resource Management:

• Oversee human, material, financial, and time resources to maximize efficiency.
• Organize the project team, including employment contracts, role assignments, and task distribution.
• Ensure optimal utilization of resources to achieve project objectives.

Quality Management & Results Orientation:

• Develop project management, coordination, and communication procedures.
• Create monitoring and reporting tools for progress tracking.
• Approve methodologies and working procedures to ensure quality outcomes.
• Lead and coordinate the reporting process to stakeholders and funders.

Internal Monitoring and Control:

• Ensure compliance with methodologies, monitoring procedures, and activity timelines.
• Propose corrective measures when deviations occur.
• Verify compliance with working procedures, including GDPR regulations.
• Oversee the accurate allocation and reporting of project expenses.
• Ensure timely submission of periodic and ad-hoc reports to funders.

Risk Management:

• Monitor and identify potential risks, analyzing and implementing mitigation measures.
• Subcontractor Monitoring and Control:

Ensure compliance with relevant legislative frameworks during procurement activities:

• Oversee the selection of subcontractors and monitor their activities.
• Coordinate resource procurement and acquisition processes.

Representation:

• Represent the organization's interests in relations with partners and third parties.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor`s degree.
• Proven experience in managing EU-funded projects of minimum 5 years.
• Strong understanding of EU regulations and procurement processes.
• Deep knowledge of the MySMIS IT system.
• Experience in resource management, quality assurance, and risk management.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.

What's in it for you? What do we offer?

• Impactful Work: Contribute to meaningful projects that provide high school students with valuable traineeship opportunities, enhancing their education and career prospects.
• Professional Growth: Gain experience in managing EU-funded projects, developing skills in project management, logistics, and stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborative Environment: Work in a dynamic and supportive team with opportunities for collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Diverse Responsibilities: Engage in a wide range of tasks, from administrative management to logistical coordination, offering a varied and fulfilling work experience.
• Networking Opportunities: Build relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including educational institutions, government bodies, and international organizations.
• Flexible workplace and work environment.

Working at KPMG
is also about happy people and an internal culture that supports employees in following their passions through various activities and events. We also have numerous benefits to support your health, a flexible working schedule and many more advantages.

Confidentiality
Confidentiality will be ensured to protect the interests of applicants.

Only pre-selected candidates will be invited to an interview.