Fintrak Software, a technology and business solutions company, is hiring a Project Manager in Lagos, Nigeria.

Job Descriptions

• The Project manager is responsible for the direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of project, while remaining aligned with strategy, commitments and goals of the organization.
• The project manager is a person who has the overall responsibility for the successful initiation, planning, design, execution, monitoring, controlling and closure of a project.
• He / She must have a combination of skills including an ability to ask penetrating questions, detect unstated assumptions and resolve conflicts, as well as more general management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage projects using different methodologies as may be required – Agile, rapid delivery, classic or traditional waterfall.
• Manage and coordinate the relationship with the client and all stakeholders
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation including but not limited to project schedule, project charter, Business Case, SOW etc.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships and takes ownership of key initiatives across business levels and functions
• Manage risk and issue identification, tracking, and resolution process
• Monitor and manage project scope and deliverables
• Monitor Project delivery against agreed time frames / budgets and creation of contingency plans.
• Provide both verbal and written communications regarding project status, risks and issues
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Monitor and report on project progress periodically
• Respond to RFI / RFP on prospects as it concerns project management

Job Requirements
Education:

• Relevant tertiary qualification. Professional project management qualification in PMP / CAPM / PRINCE2 will be an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in project / program management
• Key knowledge and skill in project management standards, processes, procedures and guidelines, and recommends improvements to realize efficiencies
• Key knowledge of communications / escalation management
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills
• Strong working knowledge of productive tools such as Microsoft Office(Ms. Project, Ms. Excel, Ms. Word, Ms. PowerPoint).
• Working knowledge of Project Development and Software Development Life Cycle
• Experience in finance / banking industry (preferred)

Skills and Personal Attributes:

• Excellent Analytical Skills and attention to details
• Critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills
• Ability to communicate in both technical and non-technical user friendly language
• Team and Indomitable Spirit
• Ability to manage priorities, conflicts and handle stress
• Time Management
• Assertive Drive
• Commercial awareness and business acumen;
• Ability to influence without authority
• Exceptional negotiation skills;
• Networking and relationship management skills;
• Strong interest in project management

Primary Interfaces
Internal:

• Application Developers, Implementation Team, Business Analysts, Quality Assurance Team, SBU Heads, Business Development, Support staff (HR, Finance, and Admin), etc.

External:

• Client project resources, users, and management, etc.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should click here to apply on or before 19th January, 2020.