PMO Analyst

Role overview

A prominent semi-government organization in Riyadh is hiring a PMO Analyst to support a strategic national transformation program. This is a multi-year initiative designed to improve project governance, organizational effectiveness, compliance, and ongoing improvement within a government setting.

In this position, you will be part of the Project Management Office and collaborate with senior stakeholders to strengthen governance practices, evaluate performance, improve processes, and help drive the delivery of key strategic initiatives.

The assignment is a 24-month fixed-term contract.

Applicants who are motivated by governance, performance excellence, and measurable organizational results are encouraged to submit their application.

Job purpose

The PMO Analyst will assist the PMO function by tracking project performance, analyzing operational information, preparing governance-related reports, reviewing workflows, and contributing to continuous improvement efforts. The role supports better decision-making through accurate analysis, structured reporting, and effective coordination with stakeholders.

Performance monitoring and reporting

• Gather, review, and maintain data related to project and operational performance.
• Create recurring performance reports, dashboards, and KPI analyses.
• Track project progress and flag performance patterns or variances.

Governance and compliance support

• Assist with governance reviews and compliance evaluations.
• Help maintain logs for risks, issues, and challenges.
• Ensure project records align with PMO standards and procedures.

Process improvement

• Support the assessment of business processes, operating procedures, and workflows.
• Contribute to identifying opportunities for process enhancement and automation.
• Help develop and refine PMO templates, documentation, and reporting formats.

Stakeholder coordination and knowledge management

• Work with internal stakeholders to collect project updates and relevant information.
• Assist with stakeholder satisfaction reviews and continuous improvement activities.
• Prepare presentations, executive-level reports, and knowledge transfer materials.

Qualifications and experience

A bachelor's degree in business administration, project management, engineering, management, or a related field is required. A master's degree, ideally an MBA, is an added advantage.

Candidates should have at least 3 years of relevant experience in PMO, project management, governance, organizational performance, or management consulting.

Additional information

This role is offered as a 24-month fixed-term contract.