Project Management Officer at Polaris Bank Limited

Who are we looking for:

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering projects on time and will be responsible for managing and coordinating various projects within the organization, ensuring smooth execution and timely completion.

Job Description

• Develop and manage project plans and schedules, and allocate resources effectively
• Manage stakeholders by identifying their needs and expectations, and communicating effectively with them throughout the project lifecycle.
• Analyze the bank’s current state of innovation and digital transformation, and identify opportunities for improvement
• Work with awarded consultants in the development and implementation strategies for innovation and digital transformation that align with the bank’s overall business objectives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and launch innovative products, services, and processes that meet customer needs and exceed industry standards
• Drives the development of comprehensive project charters, ensuring clear articulation of project goals, objectives, scope, and success criteria
• Manage project portfolios and optimizing resource allocation across multiple projects
• Demonstrates an advanced understanding of project monitoring, control & evaluation principles, and practices, as well as Polaris Bank’s specific control framework
• Leads the development and implementation of standardized project monitoring, control, and evaluation processes, incorporating industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Establishes performance measurement frameworks and reporting mechanisms to monitor project progress, quality, and compliance.
• Conducts comprehensive project reviews, analyzing performance trends, and providing insights to project managers and stakeholders

Preferred skills and experience/Requirements  

•  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, project management, business administration, or a related field
• At least 0 – 3 years of cognate experience.
• Relevant Professional qualification is an added advantage.eg (CIBN, ACA, ACCA, ICAN, PMP)
• Proficiency in financial software systems and advanced knowledge of MS Excel
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team