Junior Software Project Manager at Stella Maris Schools

Stella Maris School, Abuja, is a very successful and flourishing co-educational private school in the heart of Abuja. We are academically selective and highly so, with everyone being above the average. From the very first moment a child enters the school, they will benefit from an excellent academic education supported by highly qualified and experienced specialist staff and a large range of musical, creative, sporting and artistic opportunities which are essential for children’s all-round education and development.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Junior Software Project Manager

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Summary

• We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented and motivatedindividual to join our team as a Junior Software Project Manager.
• In this role, you will oversee software projects from start to finish, manage and motivate software developers and other team members, give customer presentations, and write project proposals.
• You will be responsible for managing full stack, frontend, backend, mobile developers, and quality assurance engineers.
• To be successful as a software project manager, you should have a good working knowledge of project estimation techniques and the ability to motivate team members.
• Ultimately, a top-notch software project manager should have good communication and decision-making skills.
• You will ensure the successful delivery of projects by coordinating tasks, managing timelines, and maintaining clear communication with stakeholders.

Duties

• Discuss potential projects and their parameters with clients, executives, and software developers.
• Plan out the blueprints for software projects, including defining the scope, allocating resources, setting deadlines, laying out communication strategies, and indicating tests and maintenance.
• Assemble and lead the project team.
• Participate in and supervise each stage of the project.
• Ensure each project stays on schedule and adheres to the deadlines.
• Create a project budget and ensure the project adheres to the budget as closely as possible.
• Determine and oversee consistent testing, evaluation, and troubleshooting of all products in all stages of completion.
• Track milestones, deliverables, and change requests.
• Serve as a liaison to communicate information regarding changes, milestones reached, and other pertinent information.
• Deliver completed software products to clients and perform regular checks on the products' performance.
• Foster a collaborative and productive team environment, building strong relationships and promoting teamwork.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing honest updates and managing expectations.
• Identify and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Continuously learn and stay updated with the latest industry trends and best practices.

Skills and Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Software Development Management, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience in software project management.
• Strong understanding of full stack, frontend, backend, and mobile development processes.
• Excellent leadership and team-building skills.
• High level of integrity and honesty, with a commitment to transparent communication.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.
• Good working knowledge of project estimation techniques.
• Excellent technical knowledge.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.