Assistant Project Manager Job in Kenya


Attain Enterprises Solutions Ltd. is a growing software development company seeking torecruit the following position.

Title: 
Assistant Project Manager
 
Department:Project Management
 

Reports to: Project Manager
 
General Purpose
 
To be responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of specific projects ensuring consistency with company strategy, commitments and goals.
 
Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities
  • lead the planning and implementation of project
  • facilitate the definition of project scope, goals and deliverables
  • define project tasks and resource requirements
  • develop full scale project plans
  • assemble and coordinate project staff
  • manage project budget
  • manage project resource allocation
  • plan and schedule project timelines
  • track project deliverables using appropriate tools
  • provide direction and support to project team
  • constantly monitor and report on progress of the project to all stakeholders
  • present reports defining project progress, problems and solutions
  • implement and manage project changes and interventions to achieve project outputs
  • project evaluations and assessment of results
Education and Experience
  • University degree from recognized institution in relevant field
  • Qualification in project management or equivalent (Prince or Sure step qualifications or both)
  • knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of project management
  • knowledge of project management techniques and tools
  • 2- 3 years direct work experience in project management capacity
  • proven experience in people management
  • proven experience in strategic planning
  • proven experience in risk management
  • proven experience in change management
  • proficient in project management software
Key competencies
  • critical thinking and problem solving skills
  • planning and organizing
  • decision-making
  • good communication and interpersonal skills
  • influencing and leading
  • delegation
  • Efficient team work management skills
  • negotiation
  • conflict management
  • adaptability
  • stress tolerance
  • Financial management skills
  • Leadership qualities
This is an internal/external job advertisement; all staff and non-staff who meet the criteria are encouraged to apply. 

Applications should be sent to jobs@attain-es.com by end of business Tuesday 29th January 2013.