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ICT Project Manager

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Job Reference Number: PM/IID/2025

About Co-operative Bank:
Co-operative Bank is seeking a passionate, self-motivated individual to take on the role of ICT Project Manager. This position offers a dynamic and fast-paced environment, where you will lead and manage various ICT projects from planning through execution. If you thrive in an Agile environment and have a strong track record in both waterfall and Agile project management methodologies, we want to hear from you.

Job Purpose:
As the ICT Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing a portfolio of competing ICT projects. Your primary objective will be to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. You will apply your extensive knowledge and experience in project management to ensure all project activities are completed effectively, addressing stakeholder needs and balancing project constraints such as scope, quality, schedule, budget, and resources.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Project Management: Lead and manage the implementation of various ICT projects within the bank, ensuring objectives are met within set timelines and budgets.

  • Methodology & Planning: Follow a defined project management methodology (Agile or Waterfall) for planning, defining, executing, monitoring, controlling, and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Project Documentation: Prepare essential project documentation, including Project Charter and Project Management Plans, to ensure alignment and consistency in project execution.

  • Team Management: Assemble and manage a cross-functional project team, assigning work in collaboration with the work stream owner, and ensuring the team is motivated to deliver high-quality outcomes.

  • Stakeholder Coordination: Identify key stakeholders, define their roles and responsibilities, and coordinate activities across internal and external teams, including vendors and consultants.

  • Scope & Budget Management: Define project scope, service levels, and user requirements. Manage project budgets, allocate resources, track progress, and implement corrective actions to address any deviations from the plan.

  • Testing & Quality Assurance: Organize and ensure thorough testing phases within projects to meet high-quality standards.

  • Reporting & Communication: Provide regular project updates to stakeholders, including risks, issues, and progress. Convene Project Steering Committee meetings to ensure proper oversight.

Desired Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in an ICT-related field from a recognized university. Certification in Project Management (Prince 2 Practitioner or PMP) is required. Certification in Agile Project Management is an added advantage.

  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of increasingly responsible experience in managing ICT projects. Proven success in managing projects using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

  • Agile Expertise: Ability to lead a sandbox environment for the delivery of technical initiatives using Agile methodology and Scrum practices.

  • Project Management Skills: Strong understanding of the project management lifecycle, risk management, sponsor management, and the ability to lead teams effectively.

  • Technical Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of information technology concepts and business process analysis, preferably in a multi-disciplinary environment.

  • Leadership: Proven leadership ability with strong energy, enthusiasm, and a client-focused approach.

  • Analytical Skills: Highly developed analytical skills with the ability to remain focused on outcomes, adjust delivery methods to meet deadlines, and adapt to client needs.

  • Methodology Knowledge: Familiarity with the bank’s project management methodology and understanding of IT as a shared service across the organization.

How to Apply:

If you meet the qualifications and are eager to contribute to Co-operative Bank’s ICT project success, please submit your application letter and detailed Curriculum Vitae to jobs@co-opbank.co.ke by 7th January 2025. Be sure to include the job reference number PM/IID/2025 in your application.

For more details, visit Co-operative Bank Careers.

Co-operative Bank is an equal opportunity employer.

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Co-operative Bank

Co-operative House, Haile Selassie Avenue, Nairobi, Kenya.

The Co-operative Bank of Kenya Limited is incorporated in Kenya under the Company Act and is also licensed to do the business of banking under the Banking Act. The Bank was initially registered under the Co-operative Societies Act at the point of founding in 1965. This status was retained up to and until June 27th 2008 when the Bank's Special General Meeting resolved to incorporate under the Companies Act with a view to complying with the requirements for listing on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE). The Bank went public and was listed on December 22nd 2008. Shares previously held by the 3,805 Co-operatives Societies and unions were ring-fenced under CoopHoldings Co-operative Society Limited which became the strategic investor in the Bank with a 64.56% stake. The Bank runs three subsidiary companies, namely: Kingdom Securities Limited, a stockbroking firm with the bank holding a controlling 60% stake; Co-opTrust Investment Services Limited, the fund management subsidiary wholly-owned by the bank; and Co-op Consultancy & Insurance Agency Limited (CCIA), the corporate finance, financial advisory and capacity-building subsidiary wholly-owned by the bank. Vision To be the leading and dominant Kenyan bank with a strong countrywide presence, playing a central role in the Co-operative movement and providing relevant and innovative financial services to our customers for the optimum benefit of all our stakeholders. Mission To offer value-added financial services to our chosen market segments with special emphasis on the Co-operative movement through a highly effective network of service points, excellent customer service and a highly motivated team of qualified personnel.