and competitive - wherever in the world they do business. We are on a journey to pioneer a world of total communications solutions, where fixed, mobile, voice and data will all become one mobility solution and are able to help our clients do 'more with less' by empowering employees to work more flexibly and efficiently.
We are
recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title:
Project Manager
Job Code:
2104/PMG/PRM/NIG
Location:
Lagos
Job Type:
Full-time
Employment
Type: Permanent
Purpose
Statement
Responsible
for managing projects covering various telecommunications core, access
technologies and products for Vodacom and Vodacom’s customers efficiently
within an agreed scope, time and budget constraint, whilst also managing the
clients’ expectations.
This
position is accountable to deliver and implement customer links and networks
within the design parameters and on time and within budget.
Principal
Accountabilities
Defines
clearly project objective.
Creates and
defends project budgets.
Prepares and
manages project plans and implementation schedules using MS Project and other
suitable software.
Manage
operations teams and external contractors during project execution.
Hold regular
meetings with all stakeholders on project status.
Produces
Project reports for customer and internal consumption.
Controls the
project implementation process.
Assists in
invoicing according to milestone.
Assist with
the preparation of bid documents.
Assist with equipment
ordering and payment of vendor/ contractor invoices.
Escalate
project issues timely.
Assist with
contract negations with external suppliers.
Perform
regular quality inspections.
Requirements
Skills:
Strong
background in Project management with focus on Telecommunications and Satcom.
Organisational
management.
Problem
solving.
Leadership.
Prioritising
workload of self and others.
Personnel
& performance management.
Written and
verbal communications.
Contract
negotiation skills.
Experience:
Preferred
candidate must have an Engineering Background preferably Elect Elect or any
related discipline. Possession of PMI or PrinceII will be an added advantage.
Experience
as a project manager in a Telecom environment essential.
Must have
worked in a project management frame work.
Satellite
and/or wireless network experience advantageous.
Management
of a team of resources throughout the organisation 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 methodology and enforces project standards.
Prepares for
engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures.
Minimizes
company exposure and risk 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, Satellite networks and IP
technology.
Possesses a
thorough understanding of our capabilities.
Maintains
awareness of new and emerging technologies and the potential application on
client engagements.
Application
Closing Date
8th May,
2017.
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