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QSourcing Limited trading as QSourcing Servtec is a manpower management solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the countries of Uganda Kenya Tanzania Rwanda and South Sudan.
On behalf of our client we are looking for competent skilled and experienced Project Manager to work in Uganda.
JOB SUMMARY
The Project Manager will be responsible for planning executing and delivering projects within scope time and budget while ensuring alignment with organizational goals. This role involves managing teams collaborating with stakeholders mitigating risks and delivering highquality solutions. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in project management methodologies excellent leadership skills and the ability to adapt to dynamic environments
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Project Planning and :
Define project scope goals and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
Develop detailed project plans including timelines milestones and resource allocation.
Monitor project progress and ensure adherence to schedules and budgets.
Team Leadership and Collaboration:
Lead crossfunctional teams ensuring clear communication of project goals and responsibilities.
Facilitate collaboration between developers designers QA and business stakeholders.
Provide coaching and mentorship to team members to ensure professional growth.
Stakeholder Management:
Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders providing updates on project progress and addressing concerns.
Build strong relationships with clients vendors and internal teams to ensure alignment.
Manage expectations and ensure project objectives are met.
Risk Management:
Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to address them proactively.
Monitor project risks and implement changes as needed to minimize impact.
Prepare contingency plans for unforeseen challenges.
Agile Project Management:
Implement and promote Agile methodologies including Scrum and Kanban.
Conduct daily standups sprint planning backlog grooming and retrospectives.
Ensure continuous delivery of value through iterative project cycles.
Resource Management:
Allocate resources effectively balancing team workloads and project priorities.
Ensure optimal utilization of team members skills and expertise.
Manage project budgets including forecasting and tracking expenses.
Quality Assurance:
Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and client expectations.
Oversee testing processes and coordinate with QA teams to resolve issues.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives for process and product quality.
Reporting and Documentation:
Prepare detailed project reports including status updates progress metrics and postproject evaluations.
Maintain comprehensive documentation for project artifacts decisions and lessons learned.
Present project outcomes and insights to leadership and stakeholders.
QUALIFICATIONS SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
5 years of experience in project management or related roles.
Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile Scrum Waterfall).
Proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
Proficiency with project management tools like Jira Trello or Microsoft Project.
Exceptional communication presentation and interpersonal skills.
Strong problemsolving and decisionmaking abilities.
Experience managing crossfunctional teams in a fastpaced environment.
Knowledge of software development lifecycles particularly for web and mobile projects.
Analytical Thinking: Strong problemsolving skills to provide actionable feedback.
Communication Skills: Ability to collaborate effectively with crossfunctional teams.
Local Context Understanding: Awareness of user behaviours preferences and challenges in Uganda.
How to apply:
All candidates who meet the criteria outlined as above are encouraged apply under the job vacancy " QSSUPSPMPROJECT MANAGER"
Note:
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
The deadline for applications is not later than 05:00 pm Friday 14th March 2025
QSOURCING SERVTEC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ANY SOLICITATION WILL LEAD TO DISQUALIFICATION
Full Time