General Manager, Project Management Office (CONTRACT)

The General Manager, Project Management Office (PMO) is accountable for: the achievement of all project design, project implementation, product development and program compliance strategic objectives for the Bank.

The General Manager, Project Management Office (PMO) is accountable for: the achievement of all project design, project implementation, product development and program compliance strategic objectives for the Bank.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

a)       Lead the preparation of the annual Project Management, Product Development & Program Administration Cascaded Strategic Plan and Balanced Scorecard aligned to those of DBJ.

b)      Lead, constantly review and improve the product development process, resulting in increased product offerings that drive demand, investments and revenue.

c)       Ensure the Bank’s Loan and Technical Assistance programmes are effectively designed, managed and monitored to achieve their desired objectives and outcomes

d)      Work with clients to modify and/or restructure existing loans as needed.   Underwrite the rescheduling of loans and monitor the, renewals, extensions and modifications of DBJ’s Direct Guarantees, etc.

e)      Develop and implement systems for the management of data (collection, storage, manipulation/ analyses) across all bank products; to deliver, consistently accurate, reliable reporting for various Stakeholders.

f)        Monitor and ensure compliance with all required deliverables/reports to ensure that DBJ fulfils its reporting obligations to its local and international stakeholders as outlined in the various project and/or loan agreements.

Duration & Estimated Time Input

The employment will require full-time effort. A contract will be awarded for a duration of two (2) years, and will be subject to periodic review, revision, and renewal.

 Qualifications

The required minimum qualification, experience, and attributes; -

• Master’s in Business Administration, Economics, Finance or equivalent
• PMP qualification or equivalent certification
• Must be proficient in MS Office Suite - expert level in Excel, and other graphics and/or presentation software.
• Knowledge of the local financial environment particularly as it related to Entrepreneurship and the MSME sector
• Knowledge of Banking products, services and processes
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills for appraising projects and making recommendations.
• The ability to communicate to all levels in both oral and written formats.
• Strong critical thinking and negotiating skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple projects concurrently.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve organizational results through sound leadership of various teams.
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines and to work under pressure
• Minimum Experience: Ten (10) years’ related corporate experience with demonstrated Project Management ability at a senior level - preferably in a Financial Institution.

 Qualified applicants are invited to submit their application by December 18, 2024