Project Manager at Berekkah Consulting Limited

Our client, a Pan African cloud-based digital service provider with points of contacts in 16 African cities, seeks to hire a Project Manager

Reporting to: Senior Manager, Project Management
Purpose statement

Assist Senior Manager, Project Management in project deliveries, efficiently within an agreed Scope, Time and Budget while managing all stakeholders’ expectations
Principal Accountabilities/Objectives

• Coordinate the installation of network equipment at customer premises or at core network nodes.  Prepares and manages project plans and implementation schedules using MS Project, JIIRA,
• Google Sheets and other suitable software.  Assist with weekly collation of project management office reports as assigned by the Snr.
• Manager Project Management.  Hold regular and stand-up meetings with all stakeholders on project status.
• Produce accurate project reports for customer and internal consumption.
• Control the project implementation process.
• Assist in invoicing according to milestone. Assist with project equipment ordering.
• Escalate project issues timely.
• Communication and Work relationship

INTERNAL

• Sales Managers
• Network Operations Manager
• Field Operations Manager (Lagos, North and South South)
• Finance Department
• Technology Department
• Project Team members and the Customer Success group

EXTERNAL

• Customers
• Installation Accessories Suppliers
• 3rd Party suppliers and Installers
• Original Equipment Manufacturers

Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Competency requirements

SKILLS

Strong background in Project management with experience in the Telecoms industry.

• Organizational management
• Problem solving
• Leadership
• Prioritizing workload of self and others
• Personnel & performance management
• Written and verbal communications
• Contract negotiation skills

EXPERIENCE

• Preferred candidate must have B.Eng/ HND Elect Engineering with PMP/ Prince Agile
• PM/SCRUM certifications as an added advantage.  Experience as a project manager in a Telecom environment essential.
• Must have worked in a project management framework
• Satellite /wireless network /Cloud/Software development experience advantageous.
• Management of a team of resources throughout the organization in country and abroad.
• Minimum of 5 years related industry work experience

COMPETENCY

Project Management

• Creates and executes project work plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.  Identifies resources needed and assigns individual responsibilities.
• Manages day-to-day operational aspects of the project team.
• Effectively applies project methodologies and enforces project standards.
• Prepares for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures.
• Minimizes company exposure and risks on project.
• Ensures project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
• Financial Management
• Understands basic revenue models.
• Understands our pricing model and billing procedures.
• Assures project legal documents are completed and signed.

Business Development

• Identifies business development and "add-on" sales opportunities as they relate to a specific project.
• Leads proposal efforts including completing project scoping.

Communication

• Facilitates team and client meetings effectively.
• Holds regular status meetings with project team.
• Keeps project team well informed of changes within the organization.
• Resolves and/or escalates issues in a timely fashion.
• Understands how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully.

Technical Understanding

• Possesses general understanding in the areas of Telecommunication networks and IP technology
• Cloud Solutions/SDN/NFV/Intelligent Connectivity/AI/Digital Solutions
• Possesses a thorough understanding of our capabilities.
• Maintains awareness of new and emerging technologies and the potential application on client engagements