Delivery Manager at Darey.io

Darey.io is a DevOps virtual learning Bootcamp. In the Darey.io social learning program, you will take your knowledge and certifications and apply them to solve real problems. You may start with little or no IT knowledge but, after completing 30 hands-on projects, you are as good as other engineers with 3 years in the industry.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Delivery Manager

Location: Lagos

Position Overview

• We are seeking a highly organized and results-driven Delivery Manager to join our team.
• The Delivery Manager will play a crucial role in ensuring the timely and successful delivery of projects and initiatives by collaborating closely with Scrum/Product Managers, Developers, and cross-functional teams.
• The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of project management methodologies, excellent communication and documentation skills, and a strong track record of driving project delivery on time and within scope.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Scrum/Product Managers to thoroughly understand project requirements, objectives, and scope.
• Develop and maintain a clear project delivery plan, including timelines, milestones, resource allocation, and dependencies.
• Monitor project progress and ensure alignment with the defined project plan, promptly addressing any deviations or roadblocks.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient and effective execution of project tasks, adhering to Agile and Scrum principles.
• Provide continuous support to Scrum/Product Managers, offering insights and recommendations to optimize project delivery processes.
• Foster a collaborative work environment by facilitating communication and knowledge-sharing across teams.
• Proactively identify potential risks, issues, and bottlenecks in project delivery and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor project budgets and resource allocation, ensuring optimal resource utilization.
• Maintain a deep understanding of the organization's goals and priorities, ensuring project alignment with broader strategic objectives.
• Act as a bridge between technical teams and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and expectation management.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices.
• Regularly report project status, key performance indicators, and delivery metrics to relevant stakeholders.
• Encourage a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and transparency within project teams.
• Ensure that documentations from team heads are regularly created/maintained.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field
• Proven experience of 4-5 in project or delivery management, preferably in a technology-focused environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Agile, Scrum, JIRA).
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Understanding of technical concepts and terminology.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Availability for occasional travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification.
• Experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes.
• Familiarity with project management software tools (e.g., Jira, Trello).
• Previous experience in client-facing roles.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.