Project Managers at Arc Skills

Arc Skills, for Work is a 100% owned subsidiary of GEMS Education, one of the largest education companies in the world. GEMS Education are educators first, driven by a single purpose to put a quality education within the reach of every student. From a single school founded by teachers 55 years ago, they now operate in 19 countries and are driven by the passion of over 14,000 educators. Through their 70 schools, consultancy practice and charitable foundation, and now Arc - Skills for Work, they are driven by a single uncompromising purpose - to make a quality education available to everyone.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• Create a plan for successful implementation of the project within set deadlines and profitability targets
• Identify, acquire, groom and maintain a high quality workforce for the project working closely with the HR department
• Conduct Train the Trainer and certification of the project personnel deployed for the project
• Oversee the creation of curriculum and other such support material required for successful delivery of the project
• Work closely with the client teams to schedule and support the project
• Build relationships with critical senior management stakeholders in the client and get their ownership of the project
• Manage day-to-day operations of the project
• Constantly seek opportunities for up selling / cross selling our range of products with the client. Once identified, closely work with the internal teams to submit a proposal and acquire the order
• Deliver critical training programs or any related activities as and when needed
• Develop and monitor key performance lead and lag indicators with an emphasis on creating improved performance through training
• Continuously monitor and solicit feedback on all training programs and materials to ensure accuracy, relevance and effectiveness
• Manage and report project financials by conducting a comprehensive budget and monitor closely the project's financial and operational performance in conjunction with the approved profitability plan
• Make financially sound business decisions, with a key focus on identifying cost saving opportunities and ROI
• Facilitate the identification of or provide leads to potential business opportunities through client referrals or partnerships to be used to leverage Arc Skills long term business interests
• Maintain the highest level of professional and ethical standards.

Desired Skills and Experience

• 12+ years of experience in training consulting role
• Excellent presentation/facilitation skills and the ability to communicate internationally are mandatory
• Worked with teams on large and dynamic projects
• 2-3 years bank clients experience
• At least 5 years project management experience
• Content Development experience
• L&D solutions experience
• Master trainer experience and training of Senior Management levels
• ERP training and implementation experience
• Experience of running academy in large organizations
• Consulting level presentation creation skills and skills to make presentations to the excom team of the client
• Preferred International exposure
• Outstanding academic achievement - advanced degrees preferred
• Will be responsible for handling a team of at least 15 consultants in due course
• Willing to stay in Nigeria on a non-family posting for at least 2 years.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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