The Senior Project Management Officer is The position holder will be responsible responsiblfor overseeing and supporting the planning, execution, and governance of strategic and operational projects across the organization. The role ensures compliance with project management standards, coordinates resources, monitors performance, and facilitates effective communication among stakeholders.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning and Governance

• Ensure all projects adhere to established governance frameworks, policies, and procedures.

• Facilitate strategic planning sessions to align project initiatives with business objectives.

• Develop,and  implement, and maintain  project management methodologies, standards, and best practices.

Project Support and Oversight

• Provide day-to-day project follow-up and support. Day-to-day project follow-upOversee the project lifecycle, from initiation to closure, to ensure timely and effective delivery.

• Oversee the full project lifecycle, from initiation to closure, ensuring on-time and high-quality delivery.

• Monitor project performance metrics, budgets, and schedules, identifying and addressing deviations.

• Manage project documentation and reporting, creating a central repository of project information.

• Track and monitor project performance, budgets, and schedules, proactively addressing variances.

• Monitor project performance metrics, budgets, and schedules, identifying and addressing deviations.

Resource and Stakeholder Management

• Serve as a central point of contact for project-related inquiries and communications.

• Manage relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring their expectations are met and their interests are represented.

• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues, escalating them to senior management as needed.

• Coordinate the allocation of resources (personnel, budget, equipment) across various projects.

• Serve as a central point of contact for project-related inquiries and communications.

• Manage relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring their expectations are met and their interests are represented.

• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues, escalating them to senior management as needed.

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, computer engineering, or related fields. 

• Work experience 2+ years in IT support, software development, and project management, with a proven track record of managing projects.

• Prior experience as a project management officer 

• A project management certificate is desirable.

  Essential Skills

• Project Planning & Execution: Skilled in initiating, planning, executing, and closing projects to achieve defined objectives.

• Governance & Compliance: Ensures adherence to organizational frameworks, policies, and best practices.

• Performance Monitoring & Reporting: Strong ability to track budgets, schedules, and quality metrics, with clear and accurate reporting.

• Risk & Issue Management: Proficient in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks to minimize project disruptions.

• Resource Management: Experienced in optimizing the allocation of people, budgets, and assets across multiple projects.

• Leadership & Team Development: Ability to lead, guide, and develop high-performing project teams.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Builds and maintains productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, managing expectations effectively.

• Collaboration & Coordination: Works seamlessly across departments, fostering teamwork and alignment.

• Decision-Making: Capable of making timely, informed decisions under pressure.

• Strategic Thinking: Able to align projects with long-term business objectives and organizational priorities.

• Analytical & Problem-Solving: Strong skills in analyzing project data, diagnosing issues, and implementing solutions.

• Technical Proficiency: Expertise in project management tools and software (e.g., Microsoft Project, data visualization platforms).

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective reporting, presentations, and stakeholder management.

How to apply:

Only qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to apply for this position by following the steps below.

For Online Applicants:

• Attach the completed Job Applicant’s Summary Form, your updated CV, and copies of credentials.

• Use “Senior Project Management Officer” as the subject line.

• Email your application to recruitment@motiengineering.com, with a copy (CC) to vacancy@motiengineering.com.

For Physical Submission:

• Submit your updated CV and copies of credentials, to our office: Africa Avenue, Mega House Building, 3rd Floor, Office No. 309/307.

• For further information contact Tel: +251114701635 /+251114702015/ +251114702142

 

Job Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering or in a related field of study with relevant work experience Duties & Responsibilities: - Ensure all projects adhere to established governance frameworks, policies, and procedures. - Provide day-to-day project follow-up and support. Day-to-day project follow-upOversee the project lifecycle, from initiation to closure, to ensure timely and effective delivery. - Serve as a central point of contact for project-related inquiries and communications. How to Apply Submit your non-returnable application and CV along with supporting documents in person to the ffice: Africa Avenue, Mega House Building, 3rd Floor, Office No. 309/307 or via email: recruitment@motiengineering.com/vacancy@motiengineering.com. For further information contact Tel: +251114701635 /+251114702015/ +251114702142