Project Manager (Remote) at Mernd - Sigma Consulting Group

Sigma Consulting Group - Our client, Mernd, is an innovative online mental health platform dedicated to providing accessible and effective mental health support. We are embarking on a mission to transform the mental health landscape.

As part of our initial growth phase, we are recruiting a dynamic and experienced candidate to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 6 months (with the potential for extension or permanent employment based on performance and project needs).

Job Description

• The Project Manager will lead and coordinate our project from inception to launch.

Role Overview

• As a Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful execution of our mental health platform's initial stage.
• You will be responsible for overseeing the development, launch, and early growth of our platform.

Responsibilities
Project Planning and Management:

• Develop a comprehensive project plan, outlining key milestones, timelines, and deliverables.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including software developers, therapists, content creators, and marketing experts.
• Ensure adherence to project schedules and budgets.

Team Coordination:

• Facilitate communication and collaboration among team members.
• Assign tasks and responsibilities, and monitor progress.
• Identify and resolve project-related issues in a timely manner.

Budget Management:

• Manage project budgets, including cost estimation, tracking, and reporting.
• Ensure efficient resource allocation and cost control.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, challenges, and opportunities.
• Collaborate with leadership to align project goals with the company's strategic objectives.

Quality Assurance:

• Implement quality control processes to ensure the platform meets performance and usability standards.
• Conduct testing and validation to address any issues.

Risk Management:

• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Proactively address issues that may impact project timelines or outcomes.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain project documentation, including project plans, meeting notes, and progress reports.
• Provide regular reports to senior management on project status, achievements, and challenges.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess B.Sc Degrees with 3 - 10 years relevant work experience.
• Proven experience as a Project Manager, preferably in the healthcare or technology industry.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Knowledge of mental health industry trends and regulations is a plus.
• PMP or similar project management certification is desirable.

Salary
N150,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
1st October, 2023.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and a Cover Letter detailing their relevant experience and qualifications to: hiring@scg-ng.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.