IT Technical Project Manager at Netcom Africa

Job Summary

The IT Technical Manager is responsible for reducing external contractors minor contracted works for installation activities.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Assisting in establishing a Project Management Office to oversee multiple projects.

• Liaising with stakeholders such as project personnel, vendors, and end-users regarding project requirements.

• Outlining, defining, and initiating the project.

• Implementing document control policies and documentation templates.

• Maintaining a good working knowledge of assigned component projects.

• Evaluating standards of component products.

• Monitoring project progress and implementing changes where necessary.

• Monitoring expenditures in accordance with the budget.

• Ensuring compliance with objectives, organizational policies, procedures, and standards.

• Compiling project reports and informing management regarding problems.

• Ensuring project complies with best practices, SOPs, PMO policies, and other policies.

• Monitoring daily operations, including server hardware, software, and operating systems.

• Coordinating technology installations, upgrades, and maintenance.

• Selecting and purchasing new and replacement hardware and software, when necessary.

• Testing, troubleshooting, and modifying information systems so that they operate effectively.

• Generating performance reports for operating systems.

• Assuring all IT activities are performed within the parameters of applicable laws, codes, and regulations.

• Evaluating technology risks to develop a network disaster recovery plan and backup procedures.

• Remaining up to date with advances in technology and industry best practices. 

Education and/or Professional Qualifications and Experience

• First Degree in Computer Science and Engineering or any related discipline.

• Project Management Certification.

• Other relevant IT professional certification will be an added advantage.

Essential Skills/Knowledge/Traits

• Effective Communication.

• Negotiation.

• Scheduling and Time Management.

• Leadership. 

• Technical Expertise. 

• Risk Management. 

• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving.