Project Management Analyst (Term Certain 19 Months)

at  Agriculture Financial Services Corporation

At AFSC, we want to work with talented people from a wide range of backgrounds. We strive to create a psychologically safe environment where we can all be ourselves and perform to the best of our abilities. We care about each other, about Alberta and about agriculture. We are innovative, knowledgeable, and diverse and love what Albertan agriculture produces for people around the world. The perseverance and hard work we see from our clients inspires us to show that same work ethic in everything that we do. Working together, we grow and sustain the agriculture industry in Alberta.
Posting will close May 5, 2024.
Location is flexible, within Alberta, dependent on the successful applicant.
Reporting to the Manager, Project & Portfolio Management, the Project Management Analyst is responsible for supporting the management of the portfolio, leading and assisting in the completion of Project Intake deliverables and supporting the Project Managers with Project Delivery functions. The position should be able to derive insights from large amounts of data that support and guide optimal project performance to meet benefits realization and ensure overall PPMO Capital budget is within the approved amount.
The Analyst role is focused on the consistent flow of current, accurate, and useful information amongst the Steering Committee, the Project Management Office (PMO), project managers, and the Portfolio Governance Committee (PGC).

What will your growth opportunities look like in this role?

• Opportunity to work with a group of dedicated Project Professionals, Senior and Executive (PGC- Portfolio Governance Committee) Leadership and various stakeholders at AFSC.
• Playing an integral role with many administrative duties with the PPMO and in some cases being the first point of contact for many different stakeholders.
• Opportunities to grow and learn more about Project Management.

What will you be responsible for?

ASSISTING THE PPMO OFFICE WITH KEY TASKS OF:

• preparing for the monthly Portfolio Governance Committee (PGC) meeting with Executives which includes but not limited to:
• Preparing documents for review & posting them- business cases amongst others
• taking minutes of said meeting
• leading the discussion on prep work & documents for the meeting - the PGC deck for the meeting as an example
• Working closely with finance for monthly updates & budgets for the PPMO, receiving invoices as applicable
• working with various stakeholders for annual Benefits Realization report
• completion of the corporate Balance Scorecard by collaborating with various stakeholders, monthly PPMO status reports
• assisting the PMs with onboarding/offboarding of external partners(Contractors) and other duties
• maintenance of various project sites & deliverables
• works closely with the VP enterprise Strategy & manager, Project Strategic Services with portfolio prioritization

What are we looking for from you?

• Agility, flexibility and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Basic financial background or a willingness to learn
• Ability to work with all levels of stakeholders including executives
• Adapts approach & demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations
• College diploma with 3 years related experience

About AFSC
For over 80 years Agriculture Financial Services (AFSC) has provided Alberta’s agricultural producers and agribusinesses with loans, crop insurance and farm income disaster assistance. At AFSC, we’re proud of the work we do to help build a strong, growing and diversified agriculture and agri-food industry in Alberta. Many AFSC team members are also producers and know first-hand the challenges and rewards Alberta producers face.
https://afsc.ca/about-afsc

What will your growth opportunities look like in this role?

• Opportunity to work with a group of dedicated Project Professionals, Senior and Executive (PGC- Portfolio Governance Committee) Leadership and various stakeholders at AFSC.
• Playing an integral role with many administrative duties with the PPMO and in some cases being the first point of contact for many different stakeholders.
• Opportunities to grow and learn more about Project Management