Head, Projects & Programs at Accenture

Job Details

• The Head, Project and Programs shall coordinate planning and implementation of economic and social development programs/initiatives as defined in the Master Plan.
• The role shall report directly to the Executive Secretary.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Secretary and BTto translate the Foundations mandate into appropriate plans and projects for execution
• Lead the Projects and Programs unit in overseeing the planning/execution of all developmental projects across Bonny Kingdom
• Quantify project benefits in a way that will enable objective evaluation of projects, against the Foundation’s objectives
• Manage budget allocations for each projects and prepare status reports for all relevant stakeholders
• Ensure all expenditure commitments (orders, contracts, budgets etc.) and all payments are properly authorised, controlled and monitored.
• Monitor progress of ongoing projects to ensure achievement of milestones and performance indicators, delivery quality, and fulfillment of contractual and grant agreements
• Identify, monitor and formulate resolution steps for project/program related issues, changes in scope, and contingencies that may be encountered during project execution
• Manage all key stakeholders in the project planning and execution phases
• Other duties as directed by the Executive Secretary

Experience & Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in any of the Social Sciences, Administration, Law and Engineering disciplines
• Specialist training in Project Management with relevant certifications e.g. PMP, Prince II, etc.
• At least 10 years’ experience in the management and successful delivery of large-scale community development projects
• Demonstrable experience in the turnaround of major projects where the need has arisen
• Proven experience managing multi-functional projects that have included 3rd parties as key stakeholders or business partners.

Desired Skills
An ideal candidate shall possess the following:

• Expert knowledge of portfolio, programme and project management processes and techniques
• Extensive organisation, communication, and facilitation skills
• Expert-level stakeholder management skills
• High-level project financing and scenario planning skills