Ecobank Transnational Incorporated is looking for a detail-oriented, self-motivated, and dynamic team player to occupy the vacant position below;

Job Position: Senior Project Manager

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for the delivery of Complex Projects and or Programs in line with Group Project Management Policy and Framework.

He/ She should ensure program delivered meet business expectations and that projects and programs are registered on the approved project portal with key deliverables defined for each stage/phase in the project lifecycle: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and controlling, and closure and or Agile/Scrum methodology where applicable.

Key Responsibilities

Lead / Manage the delivery of Complex Projects and or Programs:
Business Applications (Consumer Banking, Corporate Banking, Investment Banking, Treasury, Risk, Procurement, Audit, etc.)
Infrastructure
Cards
Ensure delivered solutions meet business expectations.
Manage site and application delivery in an Agile development environment.
Participate in defining and document digital product features.
Participate and Lead design sessions and work with the team/designer to document wireframes, design, and user experience.
Review work with the technical team to bring the product to life
Oversee the QA and testing process and work with the team to ensure all features are tested and functioning properly
Participate in the ongoing evaluation of new technologies and services
Solicit feedback from all levels of the organization, including senior management, and prioritize and incorporate relevant feedback into the mobile and digital product offerings.
Apply Project Management Methodology, standards and processes in the implementation of projects/programs.
Ensure all initiative approval conditions are met before their commencement.
Ensure project/Program information is complete, updated and stored in the project repository.
Create and Manage program Schedules.
Identify Resource requirements, secure resource assignments and supervise implementation.
Identify Stake holders.
Manage the scope, time and cost of the project/programs to meet functional business and quality expectations.
Schedule and attend project governance meetings.
Manage project/program financials
Manage transition of the product / service to the responsible technology operations unit.
Provide accurate project/programs status updates in agreed format and at agreed frequency to relevant stakeholders.
Liaise with Organizational Change Management function to define and execute a benefits realization plan and change management strategy for the projects/programs.
Ensure Central Design Authority, Information Security, Test and Version Control and Change Approval Board (CAB) approvals are obtained in the life cycle of the projects.

JOB CONTEXT

In charge of complex project and Program implementation for Ecobank Business and Technology Departments
Making sure all projects and Programs adhere to Group Project Management Policy and Framework
Develop and maintain a detailed project schedule which includes administrative tasks and all sites involved in the project.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

Delivery / Implementation of the assigned Business Initiative/projects and or programs on Time, within Budget, according to scope and at the right quality.
Timely and accurate communication of status, reporting and engagement of stakeholders.

ACCOUNTABILITY METRICS

Delivery of assigned Projects and Programs
On Time,
Within Budget
According to the approved Scope
With Quality
Stakeholder Engagement and Management
Resource Management

DELIVERABLES

Deliver the Product/Outcome/Solution expected at the approval of the initiative.
Accurate and Timely Reporting on Project/program Status to Stakeholders.
Management of Project/program Resources (Budget, Engineers, Vendors) to deliver on the expectations of the initiative.

Skills Required

Background/experience

Minimum of a BSc/HND in Information Technology and a Master’s degree in Business Admin is recommended
8 – 12 years working experience in the delivery of complex Projects/Programs .
Must have Project Management Certification (PMP, Prince 2) or and Agile/Scrum certification.
Must have program management training. Certification is a plus
Fluency in the French Language is a plus.

Specific job skills

Very Good Understanding of IT Systems of Banking.
Knowledge of Technology (Database Management, Networks, Operating Systems, Disaster Recovery, BCM, Internet, Extranet, Client/Server and n-tiers architecture, Servers, Security, etc)
Exposure to technology management standards like ITIL, COBIT and TOGAF is a plus.
Exposure or Knowledge in any one of Business Application, Technology Infrastructure and Card Operations is a plus.
Experience and Knowledge of MS Office tools like MS project, Power Point, Visio, MS Word etc.
Strong Analytical and documentation skills

COMPETENCIES AND BEHAVIOURS

Effective Problem-Solving skills
Outstanding organizational and presentation skills
Results Oriented
Strong Leadership Capability
Excellent Oral and Written Communication Skills including the ability to explain technology solutions.
Excellent time management skills, ability to efficiently prioritize and multitask, and work under pressure to meet deadlines and team objectives.
Proactive, hands-on with can-do approach; A positive, flexible and proactive approach
Strong team player
Ability to mentor, guide and support Project Managers.

How To Apply For This Job

Application Deadline: 25th July, 2024