• Application Deadline:
• Position: Project Manager


• Job Type Full Time , Remote


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 5 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Project Management 
  

Overview

• If building infrastructure for hundreds of businesses in Africa excites you, this role is for you.


• We are looking for a Project Manager who will manage the organization of key projects and drive the business strategy of the organization.


• He/ She will be responsible for overseeing and managing all projects ensuring they are completed in a timely fashion.

Responsibilities

Every day, you will:

• Develop project plans capturing key developments, activities and manage project plans for all projects.


• Determine and define project scope and objectives


• Coordinate and assess all projects company-wide and ensure that all teams are on track with project schedules


• Coordinate with project team members to ensure synergy, identify and resolve issues.


• Report and escalate issues that will delay the progress of projects to management in a timely manner


• Provide and prepare status reports on projects on a regular basis to management and the company on strategy, adjustments, and progress on all projects


• Measure project performance using project management systems and tools.

Requirements

You would be great for this role if you have:

• Minimum of 5 Years of Project Management experience in the tech space.


• Solid understanding of software development life-cycle best practices


• An ability to drive to big picture goals and milestones


• Solid technical background, with understanding or hands-on experience in software development and web technologies


• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills


• A problem-solving, analytical mindset and strong decision-making capabilities


• The ability to communicate effectively with teams and clients


• Effectively lead teams and inspire others to achieve goals through innovation, quality and excellence


• Ability to plan a project and see it through to completion.


• Great organization skills and attention to detail.

What’s In It For You?

Network:

• Grow your network by working with some of the best minds we know. You will also get to work with an amazing team of designers, managers, and strategists.

Impact:

• We believe we’re doing impactful work at Bloc - helping founders build FinTech solutions for the African market, indirectly contributing to financial inclusion.


• You will get first-hand experience contributing to impact-driven work.

Where Would You Work?

• We have an office in Lagos. However, we currently work remotely, though once in a while there might be a need for physical presence.

You shouldn’t take this role if:

• You need top-down step-by-step directions on how to carry out your tasks.


• You will work in a very fast-paced, quick learning environment.


• You will work in very high-impact areas and collaborating with your team is of utmost importance to drive alignment.


• You find excuses for why you can’t get something done. While we understand that there’s a possibility that your skill level may not be as advanced, “not possible” is not a reply we want to hear.