Location: Lagos
URL: www.etisalat.com.ng (http://career.etisalat.com.ng/career/www.etisalat.com.ng)
Description:
Division: IT Project Management
Reports To: Head-IT Project Management
Job Summary:
Plan, manage and allocate resources for the execution of IT projects in line with the needs of all business units in the organization and Etisalat Nigeria's business plan
Principal Functions:
Manage the execution of project-specific work programmes and plans in liaison with the IT Strategy, Planning & Architecture and Service Management teams
Provide advisory services to Etisalat Nigeria management on risk issues related to projects; recommend actions to mitigate such risks
Plan, manage and marshal resources effectively for the successful execution of IT projects
Develop and refine project plans and detailed work plans to effectively manage effort, scope, deliverables, milestones, resources, etc
Employ effective change, risk and communication management techniques and tactics to drive progress towards agreed goals
Conduct status update meetings and report project progress
Manage time, quality, scope and cost of project; correct any deviations from plan
Proactively identify reasons for delays in projects and plan activities to overcome such delays
Proactively identify and respond to risks/ escalated problems throughout the project life-cycle
Present final deliverables; initiate and conclude knowledge transfer activities
Complete documentation and knowledge management process for IT projects
Ensure adherence to documented project management standards and methodologies
Enforce strict compliance for and with all IT project changes, within approved IT project standards and policies
Prioritize and co-ordinate all IT project related tasks
Provide leadership and guidance to team members; manage subordinates' performance towards achievement of overall team objectives
Prepare and submit periodic activity and management reports for the attention of the Head-IT Project Management
Keep abreast of global and local best practices with regard to project management methodologies and frameworks
Plan and manage the human and material resources of project teams to optimize performance, boost morale and enhance productivity
Educational Requirements:
First degree or equivalent in IT, Computer Engineering, and/ or any other relevant discipline
Postgraduate/ professional qualification in a related field will provide an advantage
Project management certification is mandatory
Experience & Skills:
Between five (5) and eight (8) years directly relevant post-NYSC work experience, preferably in a formal project management role within a telecoms or other similar business environment
Click to apply on or before 10th July 2012
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