13.3333px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Position Name - Project Manager
Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Project Manager with a proven track record in managing projects, driving successful outcomes, and enhancing business operations. Expertise in budget management, Resource planning, and documentation, with strong proficiency in Agile methodologies and tools like Jira, and Confluence. Demonstrates excellent leadership, communication, and team collaboration skills, with a talent for workflow development and process optimization.
Project Planning and Execution: Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocation.
Lead project execution to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget.
Utilize project management tools and software to track progress, manage resources, and monitor performance.
Adjust project plans as needed to address changing circumstances and ensure project objectives are met.
Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, define project objectives, and ensure alignment with business goals.
Communicate project status, risks, and issues effectively to all stakeholders through regular updates and meetings.
Manage stakeholder expectations and foster strong relationships to ensure project support and cooperation.
Facilitate decision-making processes to resolve conflicts and ensure project success.
Team Leadership:
Lead and motivate project teams, providing direction, support, and guidance. Foster a collaborative and productive team environment, encouraging open communication and knowledge sharing.
Conduct regular team meetings to review progress, address challenges, and celebrate successes. Provide coaching and mentoring to team members to support their professional development.
Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks through proactive risk management strategies.
Develop contingency plans to address potential challenges and ensure project success.
Monitor and manage project risks throughout the project lifecycle, adjusting plans as necessary.
Communicate risks and mitigation strategies to stakeholders to ensure transparency and buy-in.
Quality Assurance:
Ensure that project deliverables meet quality standards and stakeholder expectations.
Conduct regular reviews and implement improvements as needed to maintain high-quality outcomes.
Establish and enforce quality control processes and procedures to ensure consistency and reliability.
Collaborate with quality assurance teams to conduct testing and validation of project deliverables.
Documentation and Reporting:
Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and post-project evaluations.
Provide regular updates to senior management, highlighting progress, challenges, and key achievements.
Ensure all project documentation is accurate, up-to-date, and easily accessible to stakeholders.
Prepare detailed project reports and presentations for executive review and decision-making.
Skills: Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.).
Strong understanding of various Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, etc.).
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g, JIRA).
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and strategically.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in managing software development, infrastructure, or other IT-related projects.
2-5 years of experience in IT project management, with a proven track record of successfully managing and delivering IT projects.
Educational Qualification: Bachelor's Degree: A degree in a related field is often required, such as: Information Technology (IT)
Computer Science
Business Administration (with a focus on IT)
Master's Degree: (Optional but Preferred) Master of Business Administration (MBA) with an emphasis on Information Technology
Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP)
Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) for roles involving cybersecurity.