Manager- Projects

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy within Executive Business Analysis and PMO Division.

In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

Manager- Projects
Ref -M P– JUNE-11

Reporting to the Senior Manager -Programs, the successful candidate will be responsible to oversee and manage the development/enhancement of products and services though the gate process and Development of department processes and procedures

Key Responsibilities

* Ensure all products/project development processes are followed, documented and signed-off for all products developed across the business.
* Projects (Capex & Products) alignment across the business.
* Champion the development of the innovation strategy and roadmap in conjunction with the respective SBU’s.
* Ensure planned Projects are delivered on time and within budget.
* Undertake project/product post-launch reviews.
* Report projects progress on a Weekly basis.

Minimum Requirements

* Bachelors Degree in business or Technical field – Engineering or Information Technology from a recognized university;
* At least 3 years work experience in project management with experience to line management or senior engineer level
* Experience in managing multiple projects (6 – 12 month duration) simultaneously from start to finish.
* Good understanding of financial principles, financial ratios with ability to interpret standard financial statements;
* Good understanding of regulatory framework for mobile operations particularly in the Kenyan environment;
* Excellent communication, analytical and report writing skills;
* Project Management skills
* Must have the ability to work within strict deadlines with minimum supervision.

If you meet the requirements and are self driven, proactive and up to the challenge, please send your resume and application letter quoting the job title and reference number to the address below.

All applications must be received on or before Thursday 16th June 2011.

The Senior Manager - Talent Acquisition,
Safaricom Ltd,
Via email to: hr@safaricom.co.ke