Jobs Kenya

Job Field: Sector in Banking  , Project Management

  • Sustainability Manager Oracle Database Administrator

    Sustainability Manager Oracle Database Administrator

    Key Responsibilities

    Design, implement, monitor, and evaluate progress of the KCB Group Sustainability management strategy and programmes as envisioned in the KCB Green Agenda.
    Develop and coordinate implementation sustainable organizational policies, processes or practices.
    Train, implement and integrate Social and Environmental Management Systems (SEMS) into the business process in credit, corporate and retail. Design and implement awareness programmes for employees and other stakeholders which include e-learning
    Coordinate and support internal business stakeholders in the implementation of sustainability initiatives.
    Develop methodologies, procedures to assess, evaluate and monitor the viability or success of sustainability initiatives and programs.
    Research on emerging environmental sustainability issues, concerns, or stakeholder interests and advise the business appropriately.
    Prepare communication plans for the Group`s sustainability initiatives and strategies in line to the international best practices to various key Bank`s stakeholders, they include campaigns etc.
    Manage the sustainability reporting process for annual report and integrated reporting.
    Implement and manage the bank’s sustainability database and knowledge management.
    Review sustainability program objectives, progress, or status to ensure compliance with policies, standards, regulations, or laws.
    Identify and coordinate sustainability partnerships with relevant stakeholders.
    Represent the bank in appropriate forums for purposes of learning, exposure and sharing.
    Identify and evaluate pilot projects or programs to enhance the Group`s sustainability agenda which will Identify opportunities for green initiatives.
    Assess and evaluate feasible international and regional frameworks and principles for sign up to aid Group`s sustainability positioning.

    Requirements

    To be considered for the role, the successful applicant should have the following:

    Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Sciences or a Related Field is required.
    Masters Degree in Environmental Sciences or a Related Sustainability Field will be added advantage.
    At least 5 years experience in managing Environmental or Sustainability Programmes.
    Professional Qualification in a Sustainability Related Course or Certification in Environmental & Social Governance is required.
    Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage people/teams and diverse stakeholders.
    Excellent writing & presentation skills.

    The above position is demanding; for which the Bank will provide a competitive remuneration package to the successful candidate.

    go to method of application »

    Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.  

    Apply via :

  • Head of Projects Head Treasury

    Head of Projects Head Treasury

    Position Summary and Key Responsibilities:
    Position Scope:
    Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) the role holder will provide leadership and management of Bank projects to accomplish the project objectives by planning, monitoring, evaluating and controlling project activities within budget and realization of benefits. The role holder will ensure the application of appropriate resources to activities during the project life cycle, addressing the various emerging expectations of the stakeholders and management of competing project constraints of scope, quality, budget, time and risk.
    Key Responsibilities

    Provide the strategic roadmap for the projects agenda in the Bank and in line with the Bank’s Strategic Direction.
    Manage the Bank’s portfolio of projects
    Maintain oversight on all projects in the Bank by providing leadership and guidance while providing regular feedback to executive and relevant stakeholders within the project lifecycle
    Research and development of Innovative and cost efficient business methods for implementation of projects in the Bank
    Development of project management policies, processes, procedures, project charter, project plans and methodologies based on best practice and industry standards for successful project delivery
    Determine an effective project team structure that will support in meeting delivery of projects in line with the Bank’s strategy.
    Assemble a cross-functional project team for their technical or functional contribution to projects in collaboration with the work stream owner and ensure the team remains motivated to deliver
    Facilitate the definition of scope, service levels, user requirements and other dependencies with project partners, vendors and consultants
    Provide leadership in development and review of project cost estimates, budgets and other resources necessary to deliver on scope, schedule and budget.
    Follow a defined, agreed upon project management methodology for Planning, Defining, Execution, Monitoring and Control, and reporting activities within the project lifecycle
    Track and analyse project performance and PMO effectiveness
    Ensure projects governance
    Plan for resources responsible for creating and implementing change management strategies and plans that maximize employee adoption and usage
    Responsible for identifying cross project dependencies, risks and activities and negotiating resolution to conflict.
    Coordinate the Projects Steering Committee/s and ensure decisions and follow-ups are executed.
    Management of project phases and the testing cycles within the project.
    Responsible for bank wide awareness of the project management framework to all relevant stakeholders.
    Ensure compliance with both internal and external regulatory requirements.
    Ensure effective and continuous engagement with Risk Division to achieve effective controls to mitigate against business risks associated with project
    Maintain close working relationship with Internal Audit Division to ensure assurance.

    Position requirements
    Qualifications, Experience,Skills& Personal Attributes:

    A Bachelor’s degree inICT, Management Science, Engineering or related field from a recognized university.
    Certification in Project Management is a must- either – Prince 2 Practitioner or Project Management Professional (PMP).
    Master’s degree in Project Management or Business Administration is an added advantage.
    Minimum eight (8) years’ experience in Project Managementof which five (5) years must beatsenior management level.
    Proficiency with related project management software tools
    Project Management skills with a bias to ICT projects
    Proven planning, organization and execution skills
    Good experience in business process re-engineering and analysis
    Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
    Excellent writing and presentation skills.
    Critical thinking and problem solving skills
    Excellent decision-making and leadership capabilities
    Contract negotiation skills
    Customer and Stake holder management skills
    Analytical and report writing skills
    Ability to work under pressure and within strict deadlines
    Entrepreneurial/Commercial mind-set
    Change management and conflict resolution skills
    Computer Literacy

    go to method of application »

  • Bank Project Manager

    Bank Project Manager

    Our client a well-established multinational bank seeks to recruit a well experienced and results oriented Senior Technology project Manager
    The senior project lead will be tasked with planning and taking responsibility for the overall programme objectives – providing  project management and direction to ensure overall success of programme portfolio by developing programme implementation plans including scope of individual initiatives, goals, scheduling and defined deliverables.
    Responsibilities

    Define programme success criteria, in collaboration with project sponsors and stakeholders.
    Effectively communicate programme expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
    Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve programme goals.
    Proactively manage full life-cycle of assigned Technology initiatives, including overall programme plan, scope, change control, risks, issues, impacts, and reporting through standardization and best practice programme implementation.
    Develop full-scale programme plans and associated communications documents.
    Collaborate to develop, and appropriately executes, a communication strategy, including stakeholder analysis, ongoing communications and adoption plans.
    Capture/analyze and draft information into meaningful MI reports for senior management, stakeholders, team reporting and presentation purposes – determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, troubleshoot problem areas and deliver overall progress reports to senior management.
    Negotiate with department managers, when necessary, regarding the support of required personnel within the organization to ensure individual project continuity through completion.
    Act as the Business Change interface and escalation point for all programme issues/concerns/actions.
    Engage collaboratively with stakeholders to ensure appropriate prioritization of delivery.
    Ensure Programme and Project Governance is observed including adherence to defined operational acceptance procedures and testing/approval process.
    Ensure quality Assurance for Audit, Risk and Governance across all the projects in the Programme portfolio.
    Guide and govern suppliers for Programme related activities ensuring they understand and adopt Bank agreed standards and architectures along with adhering to policy and procedures.
    Work across all in-Country functions and act as an interface point between business and Technology
    Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise projects team members and influence them to take positive action and accountability for assigned work

    Education and Experience Required

    Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited institution, Masters preferred.
    Degree level education in an analytical subject would be beneficial
    PMP qualification or other Project Management certification
    Strong familiarity with project management software – MUST be able to demonstrate competency with MS Project 2010+. MS Project Server experience preferred.
    (8+) years’ experience and exposure to the Banking/ICT Industry
    (10+) years direct work experience in a project management capacity, including all aspects of process development and execution
    Able to display a thorough understanding of technology strategic issues in the financial services sector
    Good understanding of ITIL processes and associated concepts.
    Demonstrable communication and presentation experience;
    Must be able to work under pressure, take clear ownership of issues and projects and drive to ensure a successful closure for the customer, peers and stakeholders.
    Demonstrable experience in project financial management – budget preparation and managing to budget;
    Experience working within a Global or Regional role
    Familiarity with ITIL-style management procedures and mainstream project management styles a distinct advantage;
    Experience of financial services preferred;

    Minimum Knowledge & Skills

    Subject matter expert (SME) in all aspects of project management and applicable business functions
    Senior stakeholder management skills (Advanced)
    Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiation skills
    Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
    Excellent verbal and written communications skills
    Excellent presentation and facilitation skills
    Established strategic and critical analysis skills (Advanced)
    Knowledge of SDLC Principles and Practices (Advanced)
    Knowledge of programme and project management best practices (Advanced)
    Knowledge of banking and IT practices (Solid)
    Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and MS Project Server

    Minimum Competencies

    Deciding and initiating action
    Learning and researching
    Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking
    Relating and networking
    Adapting and responding to change
    Persuading and influencing
    Creating and innovating
    Strong written and oral communication skills

  • Project Manager – SME Banking

    Project Manager – SME Banking

    Job description
    Reporting to the GM for SME Banking of EBKL, the Project Manager will lead various projects under EBKL’s transformation into an SME focused bank. Projects will be mainly related to the digital transformation of SME Banking, keeping procedures up to date, coordinating initiatives to improve staff productivity, developing a better customer value proposition with product packages and improved services and delivery channels.
    Key Responsibilities

    Maintaining oversight over a portfolio of projects and initiatives that constitute the strategic initiatives for SME Banking.
    Providing professional Project Management support to strategic initiatives, setup capable delivery units to execute on the business outcomes of identified initiatives.
    Ensuring disciplined project management across the portfolio, and ensures that projects conform to proper standards.
    Reviewing business case, financial projections and analysis developed by Business units and Business Analysts and ensures that all required and relevant elements are captured.
    Ensuring an integrated and well planned project portfolio, logical project sequencing, adequate project resourcing, effective project risk management and eliminate resource and efforts duplication.
    Developing mechanisms to drive effective replication and redeployment of closed initiatives for new initiatives.
    Ensuring proper development and execution of leadership development programs.
    Detecting and escalating issues to the appropriate unit or authority for resolution.
    Managing initiative interdependencies and liaise with the Project Managers of on-going initiatives to share resources across projects.
    Ensuring proper closure and hand off of projects to business units or smooth transfer into the operating portfolio.
    Working closely with business units to detect strategic business needs and co-develop appropriate initiatives as needed.
    Co-developing communication and change management programs with the appropriate functions across the enterprise and ensures proper execution.

    Required Qualifications and Experience

    Undergraduate degree in business management, project management, or related field.
    A minimum of five years’ experience in a financial institution, with strong understanding of overall banking operations, systems, and processes.
    At least two years’ experience in project management, preferably in enterprise-wide projects requiring significant collaboration across different business units.
    Experience engaging management and senior executives in facilitating decision-making and reporting on progress.
    Ability to proactively assess project status and highlight risks and issues to the project management team and senior management.
    Excellent attention to detail, with ability to quickly identify interdependencies across many projects.
    Strong communication and facilitation skills, with demonstrated ability to collaborate with different individuals across the business to problem-solve issues, develop recommendations, and execute on next steps.
    Excellent financial, business understanding and acumen, and numerical skills.
    Ability to coach, mentor, train and transfer skills to others.
    Adherence to a code of conduct and ethical guidelines.
    Excellent computer literacy including standard office applications such as MS Office packages Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Database/Access as well as project management software.

  • Senior Project Manager Project Manager

    Senior Project Manager Project Manager

    Job description
    Job Purpose
    Reporting to the GM – Strategic Program Management Office, the role holder will be responsible for managing and leading the project team.
    Key duties and responsibilities will include;

    Managing co-ordination of the partners and working groups engaged in project work
    Developing and maintaining a detailed project plan.
    Managing project deliverables in line with the project plan.
    Recording and managing project issues and escalating where necessary.
    Resolving cross-functional issues at project level.
    Managing project scope and change control and escalating issues where necessary.
    Monitoring project progress and performance.
    Providing status reports to the project sponsor.
    Managing project training within the defined budget.
    Liaison with, and updates progress to, project steering board/senior management.
    Managing project evaluation and dissemination activities.
    Working closely with users to ensure the project meets business needs.
    Definition and management of the User Acceptance Testing programme.
    Identifying user training needs and devising and managing user training programmes.
    Direct the coordination of all implementation tasks involving third party vendors
    Coach, mentor and lead personnel within a technical team environment.
    Provide present periodic Dashboard reports on the current program, future opportunities and any outstanding risks and issues
    Driving the project acceptance from the various internal customers
    Advising the management and the projects team on issues of project governance

    Desired Qualifications

    An undergraduate degree in a business/ICT/Project Management or any other related field.
    Project Management professional qualifications in PMP/PRINCE2 or similar qualifications.
    An MBA/business related Master’s degree will be an added advantage.

    Key Critical Competencies, Skills and attributes

    Strong consultative, analytical and problem solving skills with the proven ability to manage large projects.
    Strong management skills with the ability to influence others
    Excellent interpersonal/communication and presentation skills
    Ability to manage teams; identify and secure needed resources; escalate conflicting priorities; influence team members and business leaders to successfully execute
    Ability to negotiate agreements and/or reach consensus with all levels and positions within the organization
    Strong leadership skills with demonstrated competencies in championing customer focus.

    Core Values – Performance Drivers

    Confident (Self Mastery). Describes people who are self-assured, in control, Bold, and deliver to the highest standards of expectations with ease while exhibiting the sort of presence that builds confidence in others.
    Comfortable (Connecting with people). Describes people who are cool and resilient under pressure, honest in every dealing, open to constructive criticism, can be relied on to deliver.
    Elegant (Effortless delivery). Describes people who demonstrate effortless simplicity and are able to do mundane things with grace and flair. They connect easily with different audiences, exhibit finesse in all interactions and have a high sense of values that they uphold at every turn.
    Prestige (Pride and ownership of our work). Describes people who believe in themselves, are respected and treat others with respect and occupy a significant place in people’s minds.

    go to method of application »

  • Project Manager – SME Banking

    Project Manager – SME Banking

    Job description
    Reporting to the GM for SME Banking of EBKL, the Project Manager will lead various projects under EBKL’s transformation into an SME focused bank. Projects will be mainly related to the digital transformation of SME Banking, keeping procedures up to date, coordinating initiatives to improve staff productivity, developing a better customer value proposition with product packages and improved services and delivery channels.
    Key Responsibilities

    Maintaining oversight over a portfolio of projects and initiatives that constitute the strategic initiatives for SME Banking.
    Providing professional Project Management support to strategic initiatives, setup capable delivery units to execute on the business outcomes of identified initiatives.
    Ensuring disciplined project management across the portfolio, and ensures that projects conform to proper standards.
    Reviewing business case, financial projections and analysis developed by Business units and Business Analysts and ensures that all required and relevant elements are captured.
    Ensuring an integrated and well planned project portfolio, logical project sequencing, adequate project resourcing, effective project risk management and eliminate resource and efforts duplication.
    Developing mechanisms to drive effective replication and redeployment of closed initiatives for new initiatives.
    Ensuring proper development and execution of leadership development programs.
    Detecting and escalating issues to the appropriate unit or authority for resolution.
    Managing initiative interdependencies and liaise with the Project Managers of on-going initiatives to share resources across projects.
    Ensuring proper closure and hand off of projects to business units or smooth transfer into the operating portfolio.
    Working closely with business units to detect strategic business needs and co-develop appropriate initiatives as needed.
    Co-developing communication and change management programs with the appropriate functions across the enterprise and ensures proper execution.

    Required Qualifications and Experience

    Undergraduate degree in business management, project management, or related field.
    A minimum of five years’ experience in a financial institution, with strong understanding of overall banking operations, systems, and processes.
    At least two years’ experience in project management, preferably in enterprise-wide projects requiring significant collaboration across different business units.
    Experience engaging management and senior executives in facilitating decision-making and reporting on progress.
    Ability to proactively assess project status and highlight risks and issues to the project management team and senior management.
    Excellent attention to detail, with ability to quickly identify interdependencies across many projects.
    Strong communication and facilitation skills, with demonstrated ability to collaborate with different individuals across the business to problem-solve issues, develop recommendations, and execute on next steps.
    Excellent financial, business understanding and acumen, and numerical skills.
    Ability to coach, mentor, train and transfer skills to others.
    Adherence to a code of conduct and ethical guidelines.
    Excellent computer literacy including standard office applications such as MS Office packages Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Database/Access as well as project management software.

  • Senior Project Manager Project Manager

    Senior Project Manager Project Manager

    Job description
    Job Purpose
    Reporting to the GM – Strategic Program Management Office, the role holder will be responsible for managing and leading the project team.
    Key duties and responsibilities will include;

    Managing co-ordination of the partners and working groups engaged in project work
    Developing and maintaining a detailed project plan.
    Managing project deliverables in line with the project plan.
    Recording and managing project issues and escalating where necessary.
    Resolving cross-functional issues at project level.
    Managing project scope and change control and escalating issues where necessary.
    Monitoring project progress and performance.
    Providing status reports to the project sponsor.
    Managing project training within the defined budget.
    Liaison with, and updates progress to, project steering board/senior management.
    Managing project evaluation and dissemination activities.
    Working closely with users to ensure the project meets business needs.
    Definition and management of the User Acceptance Testing programme.
    Identifying user training needs and devising and managing user training programmes.
    Direct the coordination of all implementation tasks involving third party vendors
    Coach, mentor and lead personnel within a technical team environment.
    Provide present periodic Dashboard reports on the current program, future opportunities and any outstanding risks and issues
    Driving the project acceptance from the various internal customers
    Advising the management and the projects team on issues of project governance

    Desired Qualifications

    An undergraduate degree in a business/ICT/Project Management or any other related field.
    Project Management professional qualifications in PMP/PRINCE2 or similar qualifications.
    An MBA/business related Master’s degree will be an added advantage.

    Key Critical Competencies, Skills and attributes

    Strong consultative, analytical and problem solving skills with the proven ability to manage large projects.
    Strong management skills with the ability to influence others
    Excellent interpersonal/communication and presentation skills
    Ability to manage teams; identify and secure needed resources; escalate conflicting priorities; influence team members and business leaders to successfully execute
    Ability to negotiate agreements and/or reach consensus with all levels and positions within the organization
    Strong leadership skills with demonstrated competencies in championing customer focus.

    Core Values – Performance Drivers

    Confident (Self Mastery). Describes people who are self-assured, in control, Bold, and deliver to the highest standards of expectations with ease while exhibiting the sort of presence that builds confidence in others.
    Comfortable (Connecting with people). Describes people who are cool and resilient under pressure, honest in every dealing, open to constructive criticism, can be relied on to deliver.
    Elegant (Effortless delivery). Describes people who demonstrate effortless simplicity and are able to do mundane things with grace and flair. They connect easily with different audiences, exhibit finesse in all interactions and have a high sense of values that they uphold at every turn.
    Prestige (Pride and ownership of our work). Describes people who believe in themselves, are respected and treat others with respect and occupy a significant place in people’s minds.

    go to method of application »

  • Bank Project Manager

    Bank Project Manager

    Our client a well-established multinational bank seeks to recruit a well experienced and results oriented Senior Technology project Manager
    The senior project lead will be tasked with planning and taking responsibility for the overall programme objectives – providing  project management and direction to ensure overall success of programme portfolio by developing programme implementation plans including scope of individual initiatives, goals, scheduling and defined deliverables.
    Responsibilities

    Define programme success criteria, in collaboration with project sponsors and stakeholders.
    Effectively communicate programme expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
    Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve programme goals.
    Proactively manage full life-cycle of assigned Technology initiatives, including overall programme plan, scope, change control, risks, issues, impacts, and reporting through standardization and best practice programme implementation.
    Develop full-scale programme plans and associated communications documents.
    Collaborate to develop, and appropriately executes, a communication strategy, including stakeholder analysis, ongoing communications and adoption plans.
    Capture/analyze and draft information into meaningful MI reports for senior management, stakeholders, team reporting and presentation purposes – determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, troubleshoot problem areas and deliver overall progress reports to senior management.
    Negotiate with department managers, when necessary, regarding the support of required personnel within the organization to ensure individual project continuity through completion.
    Act as the Business Change interface and escalation point for all programme issues/concerns/actions.
    Engage collaboratively with stakeholders to ensure appropriate prioritization of delivery.
    Ensure Programme and Project Governance is observed including adherence to defined operational acceptance procedures and testing/approval process.
    Ensure quality Assurance for Audit, Risk and Governance across all the projects in the Programme portfolio.
    Guide and govern suppliers for Programme related activities ensuring they understand and adopt Bank agreed standards and architectures along with adhering to policy and procedures.
    Work across all in-Country functions and act as an interface point between business and Technology
    Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise projects team members and influence them to take positive action and accountability for assigned work

    Education and Experience Required

    Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited institution, Masters preferred.
    Degree level education in an analytical subject would be beneficial
    PMP qualification or other Project Management certification
    Strong familiarity with project management software – MUST be able to demonstrate competency with MS Project 2010+. MS Project Server experience preferred.
    (8+) years’ experience and exposure to the Banking/ICT Industry
    (10+) years direct work experience in a project management capacity, including all aspects of process development and execution
    Able to display a thorough understanding of technology strategic issues in the financial services sector
    Good understanding of ITIL processes and associated concepts.
    Demonstrable communication and presentation experience;
    Must be able to work under pressure, take clear ownership of issues and projects and drive to ensure a successful closure for the customer, peers and stakeholders.
    Demonstrable experience in project financial management – budget preparation and managing to budget;
    Experience working within a Global or Regional role
    Familiarity with ITIL-style management procedures and mainstream project management styles a distinct advantage;
    Experience of financial services preferred;

    Minimum Knowledge & Skills

    Subject matter expert (SME) in all aspects of project management and applicable business functions
    Senior stakeholder management skills (Advanced)
    Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiation skills
    Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
    Excellent verbal and written communications skills
    Excellent presentation and facilitation skills
    Established strategic and critical analysis skills (Advanced)
    Knowledge of SDLC Principles and Practices (Advanced)
    Knowledge of programme and project management best practices (Advanced)
    Knowledge of banking and IT practices (Solid)
    Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and MS Project Server

    Minimum Competencies

    Deciding and initiating action
    Learning and researching
    Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking
    Relating and networking
    Adapting and responding to change
    Persuading and influencing
    Creating and innovating
    Strong written and oral communication skills

  • Project Manager – SME Banking

    Project Manager – SME Banking

    Job description
    Reporting to the GM for SME Banking of EBKL, the Project Manager will lead various projects under EBKL’s transformation into an SME focused bank. Projects will be mainly related to the digital transformation of SME Banking, keeping procedures up to date, coordinating initiatives to improve staff productivity, developing a better customer value proposition with product packages and improved services and delivery channels.
    Key Responsibilities

    Maintaining oversight over a portfolio of projects and initiatives that constitute the strategic initiatives for SME Banking.
    Providing professional Project Management support to strategic initiatives, setup capable delivery units to execute on the business outcomes of identified initiatives.
    Ensuring disciplined project management across the portfolio, and ensures that projects conform to proper standards.
    Reviewing business case, financial projections and analysis developed by Business units and Business Analysts and ensures that all required and relevant elements are captured.
    Ensuring an integrated and well planned project portfolio, logical project sequencing, adequate project resourcing, effective project risk management and eliminate resource and efforts duplication.
    Developing mechanisms to drive effective replication and redeployment of closed initiatives for new initiatives.
    Ensuring proper development and execution of leadership development programs.
    Detecting and escalating issues to the appropriate unit or authority for resolution.
    Managing initiative interdependencies and liaise with the Project Managers of on-going initiatives to share resources across projects.
    Ensuring proper closure and hand off of projects to business units or smooth transfer into the operating portfolio.
    Working closely with business units to detect strategic business needs and co-develop appropriate initiatives as needed.
    Co-developing communication and change management programs with the appropriate functions across the enterprise and ensures proper execution.

    Required Qualifications and Experience

    Undergraduate degree in business management, project management, or related field.
    A minimum of five years’ experience in a financial institution, with strong understanding of overall banking operations, systems, and processes.
    At least two years’ experience in project management, preferably in enterprise-wide projects requiring significant collaboration across different business units.
    Experience engaging management and senior executives in facilitating decision-making and reporting on progress.
    Ability to proactively assess project status and highlight risks and issues to the project management team and senior management.
    Excellent attention to detail, with ability to quickly identify interdependencies across many projects.
    Strong communication and facilitation skills, with demonstrated ability to collaborate with different individuals across the business to problem-solve issues, develop recommendations, and execute on next steps.
    Excellent financial, business understanding and acumen, and numerical skills.
    Ability to coach, mentor, train and transfer skills to others.
    Adherence to a code of conduct and ethical guidelines.
    Excellent computer literacy including standard office applications such as MS Office packages Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Database/Access as well as project management software.

  • Senior Project Manager Project Manager

    Senior Project Manager Project Manager

    Job description
    Job Purpose
    Reporting to the GM – Strategic Program Management Office, the role holder will be responsible for managing and leading the project team.
    Key duties and responsibilities will include;

    Managing co-ordination of the partners and working groups engaged in project work
    Developing and maintaining a detailed project plan.
    Managing project deliverables in line with the project plan.
    Recording and managing project issues and escalating where necessary.
    Resolving cross-functional issues at project level.
    Managing project scope and change control and escalating issues where necessary.
    Monitoring project progress and performance.
    Providing status reports to the project sponsor.
    Managing project training within the defined budget.
    Liaison with, and updates progress to, project steering board/senior management.
    Managing project evaluation and dissemination activities.
    Working closely with users to ensure the project meets business needs.
    Definition and management of the User Acceptance Testing programme.
    Identifying user training needs and devising and managing user training programmes.
    Direct the coordination of all implementation tasks involving third party vendors
    Coach, mentor and lead personnel within a technical team environment.
    Provide present periodic Dashboard reports on the current program, future opportunities and any outstanding risks and issues
    Driving the project acceptance from the various internal customers
    Advising the management and the projects team on issues of project governance

    Desired Qualifications

    An undergraduate degree in a business/ICT/Project Management or any other related field.
    Project Management professional qualifications in PMP/PRINCE2 or similar qualifications.
    An MBA/business related Master’s degree will be an added advantage.

    Key Critical Competencies, Skills and attributes

    Strong consultative, analytical and problem solving skills with the proven ability to manage large projects.
    Strong management skills with the ability to influence others
    Excellent interpersonal/communication and presentation skills
    Ability to manage teams; identify and secure needed resources; escalate conflicting priorities; influence team members and business leaders to successfully execute
    Ability to negotiate agreements and/or reach consensus with all levels and positions within the organization
    Strong leadership skills with demonstrated competencies in championing customer focus.

    Core Values – Performance Drivers

    Confident (Self Mastery). Describes people who are self-assured, in control, Bold, and deliver to the highest standards of expectations with ease while exhibiting the sort of presence that builds confidence in others.
    Comfortable (Connecting with people). Describes people who are cool and resilient under pressure, honest in every dealing, open to constructive criticism, can be relied on to deliver.
    Elegant (Effortless delivery). Describes people who demonstrate effortless simplicity and are able to do mundane things with grace and flair. They connect easily with different audiences, exhibit finesse in all interactions and have a high sense of values that they uphold at every turn.
    Prestige (Pride and ownership of our work). Describes people who believe in themselves, are respected and treat others with respect and occupy a significant place in people’s minds.

    go to method of application »