• Application Deadline:
• Position: Project Manager


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA


• Experience 5 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Project Management 
  

Job Purpose

• Our client seek an experienced and strategic-minded Project Manager who will be responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing projects within the given constraints of scope, schedule, and budget. This also includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third- party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to plan. The ideal candidate will also define the project's objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning and Execution:

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.


• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and schedules.


• Coordinate and manage project resources, including team members and third-party contractors or consultants.


• Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.


• Execute projects according to project plans and adjust as necessary to ensure successful completion.

Stakeholder Management:

• Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis.


• Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and stakeholders.


• Communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders and senior management.


• Facilitate project meetings and effectively communicate relevant project information to stakeholders.

Risk Management:

• Identify, analyze, and manage project risks.


• Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.


• Monitor and control project risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Quality Control:

• Ensure that project deliverables meet the required quality standards.


• Implement and manage project changes and interventions to achieve project outputs.


• Conduct project evaluations and assess results.

Budget Management:

• Develop and manage project budgets.


• Track project costs and ensure that the project is completed within budget.


• Provide financial reports and budget outlines to senior management.

Team Leadership:

• Lead and motivate project team members.


• Provide project team members with direction and support.


• Foster a collaborative and productive team environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.


• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent is highly desirable.


• Proven experience (5+ years) of project management experience, preferably in industries related to telecommunications, VAS, cybersecurity, enterprise solutions, digital payment, or financial technology.


• Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering complex projects.

Skills

• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.


• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana). Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and manage relationships with various stakeholders.