Brave Achievers is a non-profit organization that is tackling two major tech problems: Shortage of technical applications and product designers, and lack of racial and gender diversity in design tech.Job Brief:
We are seeking project managers with design experience to join our team.
You are to ensure projects align with organization’s set goals, standards and delivered within the set time.
Job Responsibilities:
Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects
Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
Developing project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
Ensure resource availability and allocation
Develop a detailed project plan to track progress
Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs
Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques
Report and escalate to management as needed
Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders
Perform risk management to minimize project risks
Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
Job Skills:
Great educational background, preferably in the fields of computer science or engineering for technical project managers
Proven working experience as a project administrator in the information technology sector
Solid technical background, with understanding or hands-on experience in software development and web technologies
Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Sound Agile Product Management skills and ability to learn where needed.
Project management, Scrum and Agile methodologies
PMP / PRINCE II certification is a plus
Qualification
Bachelor’s degree or higher is “good-to-have” but your skill level is more important and preferred
1 – 3 years experience in Agile Project Management
Proficient in Microsoft Azure, Office 356 or JIRA to