Project Manager ( Retail Lending Projects in Banking )

• To be responsible for assigned projects to implement new information systems within the Bank.

• To supervise project managers and ensure related projects are adequately managed.

• To manage, monitor, track and mentor all project managers assigned.

• To ensure that the Bank has in place a project management methodology and relevant documentation standards to govern the execution of such projects and that this documentation is maintained.

• To ensure that the execution of information systems projects in the Bank to the extent possible is characterised by on-time and on-budget delivery, with high standards of risk and issue management.

• Must be business driven with a thorough and proven understanding of Retail Banking activities and products.

• Responsible to undertake structured analysis of vendor proposals for the supply of new system solutions in close collaboration with the concerned business unit.

• Responsible for the execution of projects to implement selected new information systems.

• Accountable for managing the allocated budget for assigned projects and reporting budget utilisation

Experience:

• > 8 years’ banking experience and should have good knowledge of Project Management and good knowledge of operations.

Specialist Skills required for the Job:

• Oral Communication: Explains or presents factual information to individuals or groups in a structured, clear, confident and concise way avoiding the use of jargon. Explains the reasoning being what is being said to ensure understanding and acceptance.

• Written Communication: Produces clear and concise reports and other written material usually of a detailed and technical nature, which are understandable to those with or without a good knowledge of the subject matter.

• PC Skills: Has the ability to use various basic computer applications eg, MS Office.

• Procedure and Policy: A good knowledge of the relevant policies, practices, processes and procedures in own areas of responsibility. Where appropriate will have a good knowledge of the key relevant legal, regulatory and statutory requirements, technical interpretation and the ability to provide advice thereon.

• Performance Review / Development: Objectively assesses the performance of others in accordance with the performance management process, assessing capabilities and potential. Gives constructive feedback/criticism in order to identify individual’s development needs. Maintains consistency and fairness throughout