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Aptech Learning Services

• E-Learning Providers
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Project Manager

  • May 2008 - Present

  Job Purpose : The Project Manager oversees the planning, implementation, and tracking of a specific short-term project which has a beginning, an end and specified deliverables. Primary Duties and Responsibilities : The Project Manager performs a wide range of duties including some or all of the following: Plan the project Define the scope of the project in collaboration with senior management Create a detailed work plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the project Determine the resources (time, money, equipment, etc) required to complete the project Review the project schedule with senior management and all other staff that will be affected by the project activities; revise the schedule as required Determine the objectives and measures upon which the project will be evaluated at its completion Staff the project In consultation with the appropriate manager, recruit, interview and select staff and/or volunteers with appropriate skills for the project activities Manage project staff and/or volunteers according to the established policies and practices of the organization Ensure that personnel files are properly maintained and kept confidential Contract qualified consultants to work on the project as appropriate Implement the project Execute the project according to the project plan Monitor the progress of the project and make adjustments as necessary to ensure the successful completion of the project Review the quality of the work completed with the project team on a regular basis to ensure that it meets the project standards Control the project Write reports on the project for management and for funders Communicate with funders as outlined in funding agreements Prepare financial reports and supporting documentation for funders as outlined in funding agreements Evaluate the project Ensure that the project de Show less



Aptech Learning Services

• E-Learning Providers
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Project Assistant

  • Mar 2005 - Feb 2008

  This role is offered as a creative apprenticeship. It is therefore ideal for a young person interested in the creative and cultural industries as the role will bring them contact with many types of organisations when working as a project assistant. The role of the Project Assistant is to support the delivery team of the organization, is designing, developing and delivering workshops and resources as part of the programme of projects, events and training courses that Creative Alliance runs with young people. It requires the ability to develop organizational skills and also be able to communicate the values and work of Creative Alliance effectively to the public and others. Duties and responsibilities : Provide organisational support to any projects undertaken by the team, as necessary. Respond to requests for information from members of the public and others. Implement, maintain and develop efficient and effective administrative systems. Ensure that all office practices promote the company’s equal opportunity policy. Person specification: A lot of initiative and ability to work with little direct supervision. Potential strong organisational and administration skills. Ability to communicate effectively at a number of different levels and methods. Ability to use digital recording devices and edit and upload digital content. Ability to work under pressure and to maintain deadlines. Maintaining confidentiality. Ability to work as part of a team. Show less