Job Purpose:
The position holder will coordinate the
implementation of all ICT projects in the Bank and ensure that projects are
completed within scope, time and budget.
The position holder will be responsible for setting
project goals and coming up with plans to meet those goals
The position holder will be responsible for
implementing IT strategies that deliver projects on schedule and within budget
Key Responsibilities
Organizing meetings to discuss project goals and
progress
Maintaining project timeframes, budgeting estimates
and status reports
Managing resources for projects, such as computer
equipment and employees
Day-to-day management of a portfolio of ICT projects
in the Bank,
Coordinating with Project Management Office to ensure
ICT projects initiated by all divisions and captured in the bank’s annual
plans, or ad-hoc projects. are completed on
time, within budget, within scope and within quality specification to generate value for the Bank and customers
Work closely with the Manager, Change Management
& Projects to:
Design methodology and procedures relating to project
management
Develop the templates necessary for monitoring
project progress
Prepare project definition and detailed plans for
each project
Define the responsibilities, work scope and target
for each member of the project team for each project.
Monitor and manage risks and opportunities
Manage the resolution of issues relating to each
project.
Manage the scope of each project and control changes
in the scope of a project
Communicate with stakeholders; give updates to PMO on
status of each ICT project from time to time.
Manage the closure of each project.
Ensure individual integrity and professionalism by
adhering to legal requirements and ethical standards in order to protect the
Bank and stakeholders.
Tracking of all IT Projects
Conducting risk assessments for projects
Coordinating project team members and developing
schedules and individual responsibilities
Setting project goals and coming up with plans to
meet those goals
Skills, Experience and Competencies
Business graduate from an accredited university,
Project Management qualifications mandatory.
At least 5 years’ experience in banking, a good
understanding of banking processes, services and products, with 3 years at
Manager Level.
Proficiency with various project managements tools
Experience in managing projects, especially ICT
related projects and coordinating a crossfunctional committees.
Project management and leadership skills for managing
projects and the teams involved with them
Ability to prepare an effective work plan and
organize his/her time in a manner that enables that plan to be implemented
Strong written and verbal communication skills to
coordinate with team members and management and explain technical issues
Excellent resource planning and task scheduling
skills
Ability to get on well with people and to influence
through leadership skills
Strong networking skills, both externally and within
the Bank
Good negotiations skills to negotiate with
stakeholders
Dynamic individual, who takes pride in his/her work,
and has the ability the thrive in a
competitive and dynamic environment (working
effectively under pressure)
Problem solving and analysis skills especially within
a business context; good business sense is a key requirement
Professionalism, i.e. ability to win the confidence
of, and work effectively with clients and colleagues
How To Apply
