Project Manager at a Software Development Firm

• Job Title: Project Manager
• Location: Abuja (FCT)
• Employment Type: Contract
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About Us

We are a Software Development firm in Nigeria, currently embarking on a digital transformation program for a leading public sector organization in Nigeria. The initiative involves the design and implementation of multiple enterprise management platforms to modernize critical operations and improve efficiency, accountability, and compliance.

Description

• We seek an experienced Project Manager to coordinate delivery across multiple teams and ensure project outcomes are achieved within the strict six-month timeframe.
• The role requires strong leadership, excellent stakeholder management skills, and hands-on experience delivering complex software projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day project management across all streams (discovery, design, development, testing, deployment).
• Develop and maintain the project plan, timelines, and risk register.
• Ensure TOR deliverables (Inception Report, Draft Report, Final Report) are prepared and submitted on time.
• Facilitate agile ceremonies (sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives).
• Liaise with Client’s Steering Committee and ICT/DTIU department for decision-making and escalations.
• Track resource utilization, budget alignment, and milestone delivery.
• Prepare and deliver weekly status updates and monthly Steering Committee reports.
• Support change management and ensure adoption through workshops and communication.

Candidate Profile

• Experience: 8 – 10 years in IT project management, with experience leading enterprise-level or public sector software projects.
• Certifications: PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum certifications desirable.

Skills:

• Strong grasp of agile/hybrid delivery models.
• Ability to manage multiple teams and parallel workstreams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Jira, Confluence, or equivalents).

Soft Skills:

• Diplomatic, with strong stakeholder management and facilitation skills.
• Skilled at risk identification and mitigation.
• Able to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.

Availability:

• Must be available full-time, with on-site presence in Abuja for the first 2 months (discovery phase), and hybrid arrangement thereafter.

Why Join This Project?

• Lead delivery of multiple enterprise platforms with visible national impact.
• Work with experienced architects, engineers, and client leadership.
• Contract role with competitive remuneration.

How to Apply

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Application Instructions:

• Qualified candidates should submit their CV and a short cover letter highlighting relevant enterprise architecture experience and confirming availability for the 6-month engagement (with Abuja on-site presence for the discovery phase).