Main responsibilities
· Deliver IT projects/releases within the agreed budget and schedule without compromising quality.
· Oversee the acquisition and development of software systems
· Be knowledgeable functionally and drive projects from initiation to post implementation support following SDLC/Agile methodologies. Enforce the Bank's project management policies and procedures.
· Set expectation and project governance at kick off and monitor adherence/compliance throughout the project phases.
· Lead the (Core and Extended) Teams together and collaborate closely to deliver the project/release. Ensure delivery plans, objectives and targets are aligned clearly with the teams and stakeholders.
· Collate progress statuses to track/align reality with delivery plan and publish the reports to stakeholders.
· Manage project Dependencies, Risks and Issues with the project teams to overcome challenges or propose mitigation plans if require escalations to Management for decisions.
· Chair Steering committee to provide communication and status reporting to stakeholders and senior management.
· Monitor the results and quality of the different software solutions and projects implemented in the organization
· Proactive in providing solutions to project issues/risks
· Oversee the development of solutions and provide technical expertise on the development of software and platform features
· Manage change requests and demands that may impact approved delivery plans.
· Vendor management (where applicable).
· Risk Monitoring and mitigation
Qualifications and Profile
At least a Bachelor’s degree in any of these faculties:
Computer Science / Information Technology / Programming & Systems Analysis / Science (Computer Studies)
· Minimum of 8 years of experiences with at least 3 years as Project Manager.
· Good and proven fundamental knowledge of Project Management and Risk Management are essential and required for this role.
· Good inter-personal skillsets & communications
· Proven record to setup strong project governance in large and complex projects/programs
· PMP certification is advantageous but not mandatory; proven track records in managing large sized project teams and deliverables.
· Have experience in project budgeting/financial planning and tracking
· Experienced in running Agile methodologies project
· Experienced in Cash Management IT or possess Cash Management domain knowledge would be a plus
