Project Manager HND / BA / BSc Job

Responsibilities

Project Planning and Management:

Develop detailed project plans that outline scope, goals, deliverables, required resources, budget, and timeline specific to the projects given.
Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for flawless project execution.
Ensure that all projects, including product launches, promotional campaigns, process improvements, and other projects assigned are delivered on time, within scope, and budget.
Monitor and track project progress, adjusting plans as necessary to meet objectives.
Perform risk management to minimize project risks and ensure compliance with industry regulations.

Operations Management:

Optimize manufacturing and distribution processes to enhance efficiency and product quality.
Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to maintain high standards of production and supply chain management.
Oversee the supply chain and inventory management to ensure timely production and delivery.
Monitor operational performance metrics and KPIs, implementing improvements as needed.
Address and resolve any operational issues to ensure smooth project execution.

Sales and Marketing Management:

Collaborate with the sales and marketing team to develop and execute sales and marketing strategies.
Assist in the creation of compelling sales presentations and proposals for new and existing clients.
Monitor sales performance, providing analysis and recommendations for improvement.
Foster relationships with key clients and stakeholders to support sales efforts and expand market reach.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities to drive revenue growth.


Manage marketing campaigns, ensuring alignment with brand values and compliance with industry regulations.

Stakeholder Management:

Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, vendors, regulatory bodies, and internal teams.
Communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders, providing regular updates and ensuring transparency.
Facilitate meetings with stakeholders to gather requirements and provide project updates, ensuring alignment with company objectives.

Financial Management:

Prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and alignment with financial goals.
Track project costs, ensuring adherence to budgets and identifying opportunities for cost savings.
Provide project financial reports and status updates to senior management.

Team Leadership:

Lead, mentor, and motivate project team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
Conduct performance evaluations, providing feedback and development opportunities for team members.
Ensure that team members have the necessary resources and support to succeed in their roles for every project assigned.

Skills and Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Economics, Development Studies, or a similar degree.
Proven years of experience in project management, particularly in the field of youth employment and entrepreneurship programs, either as lead manager or support staff.
Proven track record of successfully managing budgets, monitoring project progress, and ensuring compliance with donor requirements.
Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability to work effectively in a team and lead a diverse group of stakeholders
Proven ability to manage complex projects and deliver results.
Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Proficiency in project management software and techniques.
Understanding of monitoring and evaluation principles to assess project impact
Enthusiastic about collaborating with partners to address youth unemployment challenges in Nigeria.
Management of similar projects in the past, focusing on skills development, job creation, and youth empowerment is an advantage.
PMP or similar project management certification is an advantage

Benefits

HMO
13th Month Salary
Performance bonus

AugustSecrets is an Award-winning company started by a young woman who had her child, Jaden, outside her country, and on returning, bought all sorts of foods and baby care items for the baby to be weaned at 6 months, but he later rejected the foods. As a first time mother, she got frustrated as t... read morehe child was starving, and then, this moved her to begin to find alternatives from African and Nigerian foodstuffs to make homemade meals for her son. At first, the child was a picky eater, but in-between the struggle and as the mother enrolled for a short course in nutrition, she was able to come up with naturally-made, nutritious meal ideas that the baby loved. He grew solely on the meals, and the mother began to sell to young mothers like her who needed the same help with their children.