Project Manager (Remote) at Kredete Limited

Kredete is a financial technology platform that helps African immigrants in the diaspora build credit through instant international money transfers to 22+ countries, with low fees. We also offer businesses an API-based infrastructure for secure and low-cost cross-border payments to many African countries.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: Nigeria (Remote)
Job type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are seeking a highly organized Project Manager who will be responsible for overseeing the successful execution of projects from start to finish.
• The ideal candidate will manage the entire software development life cycle of the organization and have strong knowledge of Agile methodologies and project management tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Oversee all phases of project life cycle from initiation to closure, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Lead cross-functional teams, including leadership, finance, developers, designers, and QA, to achieve project objectives.
• Provide clear direction, assign tasks, and manage team performance to ensure project success.
• Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular updates and managing expectations.
• Develop and maintain the company-wide product/product roadmap, cutting across all teams and quarters, ensuring it is updated regularly to reflect changes and align with business priorities.
• Track and manage the customer onboarding process to ensure that all timelines are met and that clients are onboarded seamlessly into various products.
• Coordinate with engineering and product teams to monitor feature development and delivery, ensuring they stay on track and are completed within the required timelines.
• Set and manage dependencies across all projects, ensuring that they are properly planned for and addressed on time to avoid bottlenecks.
• Facilitate communication between internal teams and external clients, ensuring alignment on project goals.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project timelines and deliverables.
• Monitor project risks and adjust plans as necessary to address challenges.
• Implement and manage Agile project management practices, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Continuously improve processes to enhance team productivity and project outcomes.
• Manage project budgets, ensuring cost-effective use of resources.
• Track project expenses and adjust as necessary to avoid budget overruns.
• Ensure all deliverables meet the highest quality standards and adhere to company guidelines.
• Conduct regular project reviews to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain detailed project documentation and reports, ensuring clear visibility of project status for all stakeholders.
• Prepare and present project status reports to senior management, ensuring timely communication of project updates, challenges, and changes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in project management, with a strong background in fintech.
• Proven experience in leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies and project management tools (e.g., Asana, Google Suite, Jira, Trello).
• Proven experience in planning and updating product/project roadmaps and managing dependencies across teams and projects.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, ensuring continuous delivery of projects and products within tight deadlines.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certification is a plus

Application Closing Date
14th October, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online