Project Manager at a Software Development Firm

We are a Software Development firm in Nigeria, currently embarking on a digital transformation program for a leading public sector organization in Nigeria. The initiative involves the design and implementation of multiple enterprise management platforms to modernize critical operations and improve efficiency, accountability, and compliance.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Contract

Description

• We seek an experienced Project Manager to coordinate delivery across multiple teams and ensure project outcomes are achieved within the strict six-month timeframe.
• The role requires strong leadership, excellent stakeholder management skills, and hands-on experience delivering complex software projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day project management across all streams (discovery, design, development, testing, deployment).
• Develop and maintain the project plan, timelines, and risk register.
• Ensure TOR deliverables (Inception Report, Draft Report, Final Report) are prepared and submitted on time.
• Facilitate agile ceremonies (sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives).
• Liaise with Client’s Steering Committee and ICT/DTIU department for decision-making and escalations.
• Track resource utilization, budget alignment, and milestone delivery.
• Prepare and deliver weekly status updates and monthly Steering Committee reports.
• Support change management and ensure adoption through workshops and communication.

Candidate Profile

• Experience: 8 - 10 years in IT project management, with experience leading enterprise-level or public sector software projects.
• Certifications: PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum certifications desirable.

Skills:

• Strong grasp of agile/hybrid delivery models.
• Ability to manage multiple teams and parallel workstreams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Jira, Confluence, or equivalents).

Soft Skills:

• Diplomatic, with strong stakeholder management and facilitation skills.
• Skilled at risk identification and mitigation.
• Able to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.

Availability:

• Must be available full-time, with on-site presence in Abuja for the first 2 months (discovery phase), and hybrid arrangement thereafter.

Why Join This Project?

• Lead delivery of multiple enterprise platforms with visible national impact.
• Work with experienced architects, engineers, and client leadership.
• Contract role with competitive remuneration.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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

Application Instructions:

• Qualified candidates should submit their CV and a short cover letter highlighting relevant enterprise architecture experience and confirming availability for the 6-month engagement (with Abuja on-site presence for the discovery phase).