Digital Project Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Kenya.

📋 Description

• Lead the execution of strategic digital projects within the Delivery Centre of Excellence.

• Ensure that approved business investments are transformed into effective digital capabilities.

• Oversee project delivery throughout the entire value chain from intent to operational readiness.

• Coordinate delivery across various disciplines including Business Analysis, Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Change & Adoption.

• Foster effective collaboration to ensure seamless delivery.

• Manage dependencies, risks, and critical decisions to sustain delivery momentum.

• Facilitate business-led Change & Adoption initiatives encompassing communications, training, and operational transition.

• Act as the primary coordination point for delivery stakeholders, providing transparency on delivery progress, risks, and dependencies.

• Create and maintain comprehensive delivery plans that outline scope, milestones, and forecasts.

• Oversee project financials, including budgeting and forecasting.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Recognized project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent).

• Preferred certification in Agile or hybrid delivery methodologies (Scrum, Disciplined Agile, SAFe or equivalent).

• Change management certification is a plus (PROSCI or equivalent).

• At least 5+ years of experience in managing IT projects or workstreams within complex delivery environments.

• Excellent communication skills with the capacity to effectively convey delivery status and risks to stakeholders.

• Demonstrated experience in engaging stakeholders, including business partners and vendors, to cultivate effective working relationships.

• Strong grasp of organizational change and adoption factors.

• Experience in applying project standards and governance, with a commitment to learning, adapting, and continuous improvement.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive 'Total Rewards' package tailored to the context of work.