• Application Deadline:
• Position: Project Management Officer


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 0 - 3 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Banking  , Finance / Accounting / Audit  , Project Management 
  

Who are we looking for:

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering projects on time and will be responsible for managing and coordinating various projects within the organization, ensuring smooth execution and timely completion.

Job Description

• Develop and manage project plans and schedules, and allocate resources effectively


• Manage stakeholders by identifying their needs and expectations, and communicating effectively with them throughout the project lifecycle.


• Analyze the bank’s current state of innovation and digital transformation, and identify opportunities for improvement


• Work with awarded consultants in the development and implementation strategies for innovation and digital transformation that align with the bank’s overall business objectives


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and launch innovative products, services, and processes that meet customer needs and exceed industry standards


• Drives the development of comprehensive project charters, ensuring clear articulation of project goals, objectives, scope, and success criteria


• Manage project portfolios and optimizing resource allocation across multiple projects


• Demonstrates an advanced understanding of project monitoring, control & evaluation principles, and practices, as well as Polaris Bank’s specific control framework


• Leads the development and implementation of standardized project monitoring, control, and evaluation processes, incorporating industry best practices and regulatory requirements.


• Establishes performance measurement frameworks and reporting mechanisms to monitor project progress, quality, and compliance.


• Conducts comprehensive project reviews, analyzing performance trends, and providing insights to project managers and stakeholders

Preferred skills and experience/Requirements  

•  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, project management, business administration, or a related field


• At least 0 – 3 years of cognate experience.


• Relevant Professional qualification is an added advantage.eg (CIBN, ACA, ACCA, ICAN, PMP)


• Proficiency in financial software systems and advanced knowledge of MS Excel


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team