Project Monitoring Lead at Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company

Role Purpose

• Lead and execute specific projects to support the implementation of assigned strategic initiatives for Ikeja Electric.
• Ensure all projects are delivered on schedule and within budget, while meeting all quality expectations.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals and deliverable of assigned strategic initiatives in collaboration with stakeholders;
• Facilitate identification and validation of key business requirements;
• Communicate effectively with external and internal customers to deliver projects’ functional requirements;
• Develop clear business case/impact assessment for the project;
• Develop detailed work plan for assigned project;
• Identify risks and support development of mitigation actions;
• Track and monitor progress of different activities within the project, especially key milestones and critical path items;
• Identify and coordinate interfaces between various work streams within the project;
• Provide frequent updates of overall status to key stakeholders;
• Administer and manage project resources while ensuring that required approvals are obtained for  project expenditures and that adequate documentation is maintained;
• Provide leadership and motivation for project team members towards effective and efficient project execution and delivery;
• Develop presentations, reports and provide briefings on projects to Executive Management/ Board as may be required;
• Assist in developing the methodology for project management standards and procedures across the company;
• Managing the storage of project documentation and lessons learnt.
• Conduct phase, milestone and final review of projects
• Comply with Quality Management System / Occupational Health & Safety requirements including objectives and applicable regulations relating to assigned jobs
• Perform any other duties as requested by Unit Head

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from a reputable higher institution.
• At least 8 years work experience from related sector/ organisation with proven track record of numerous successful complex projects (delivered on time, meeting client requirements and with high team satisfaction).
• PMP / PRINCE II certification will be an added advantage.
• Experience with Project Management Office.

Technical Competencies:

• Project Management
• Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting
• Change Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Corporate/Business Strategy

Behavioral Competencies:

• Communication and Interpersonal Relations
• Supervisory/Managerial Skills
• Problem Solving and Decision Making
• Managing Resources