Project Manager Job in Kenya

AllDean Networks Limited | iSat Africa | Wananchi Group
 
Job Title: Project Manager
 
Reporting To: Head – Business Operations
 
Business Unit: iSAT Africa / AllDean Networks Limited

Key Responsibilities
 

Project Planning
  • Define the scope of the project in collaboration with senior management
  • Create a detailed work plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the project
  • Determine the resources (time, money, equipment, etc) required to complete the project
  • Develop a schedule for project completion that effectively allocates the resources to the activities
  • Review the project schedule with senior management and all other staff that will be affected by the project activities; revise the schedule as required
  • Determine the objectives and measures upon which the project will be evaluated at its completion

Project control
  • Write reports on the project for management
  • Monitor and approve all budgeted project expenditures
  • Monitor cash flow projections and report actual cash flow and variance to senior management on a regular basis (monthly/bimonthly)
  • Manage all project funds according to established accounting policies and procedures
  • Ensure that all financial records for the project are up to date.
Project Evaluation
  • Ensure that the project deliverables are on time, within budget and at the required level of quality
  • Evaluate the outcomes of the project as established during the planning phase
Personal characteristics
  • Behave Ethically: Understand ethical behavior and business practices, and ensure that own behavior and the behavior of others is consistent with these standards and aligns with the values of the organization.
  • Communicate Effectively: Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.
  • Creativity/Innovation: Develop new and unique ways to improve operations of the organization and to create new opportunities.
  • Foster Teamwork: Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problem, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.
  • Lead: Positively influence others to achieve results that are in the best interest of the organization.
  • Make Decisions: Assess situations to determine the importance, urgency and risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of the organization.
  • Organize: Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track details/data/information/activities.
  • Plan: Determine strategies to move the organization forward, set goals, create and implement actions plans, and evaluate the process and results.
  • Solve Problems: Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem.  
Key Competencies:
  • Planning; Project Management; Communication skills; Ability to work under pressure;
  • Interpersonal skills; Presentation skills; Report writing skills; PC Literate;
  • People Management; Coaching; Leadership; Team Building; Relationship management;
  • Talent management.
Experience
  • At least 7-8 years’ experience at senior management level preferably in telecommunications industry.
Education, Skills and Experience Required for the position
 
What minimum, education, skills and experience are necessary for effective performance in this position?
 
Education: 
  • Degree in Telecommunications or Business Management Fields from recognized University. 
  • Masters Degree in relevant fields is an added advantage.
This is a description of the job as it is presently constructed. 

This may be reviewed periodically and updated to ensure that the job description fully reflects the duties of the job.

Qualified and interested candidates send their application and CV to recruitment@alldean.com, subject heading PROJECT MANAGER not later than 25th July 2015.

iSAT Africa / Alldean Networks Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will offer competitive compensation to the right candidate. 


Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.