Project Manager - Issuing (Immediate joiners)

Vodafone; Dubai; On-site; AED 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the telecommunications sector is seeking an experienced Project Manager specializing in issuing projects within the banking and financial domain. The successful candidate will manage all phases of project lifecycles, coordinate with cross-functional teams and ensure project excellence while adhering to timelines and budgets.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in project management, particularly in banking or financial services.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project management lifecycle.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and communications.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure that deliverables meet established standards.

Skills

Project Planning

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Quality Assurance

Budget Management

Job description

Overview

Project Manager - Issuing - Onsite

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in handling Issuing projects in the banking and financial domain. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and within scope, with expertise in payment systems, credit/debit card platforms, and card issuance/acquisition processes.

• Project Planning and Execution: Lead the end-to-end project management lifecycle, including project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure. Develop comprehensive project plans, defining project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Stakeholder Management: Identify and engage stakeholders from various departments and business units. Establish clear communication channels, manage stakeholder expectations, and ensure effective collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, analysts, testers, and infrastructure specialists, to ensure smooth project execution. Foster a collaborative and results-oriented environment to drive successful project outcomes.
• Risk Management: Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies. Monitor and control project risks throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring timely resolution and minimizing the impact on project timelines, budget, and quality.
• Quality Assurance: Implement effective quality assurance processes to ensure that project deliverables meet established standards and requirements. Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to define and execute appropriate testing and validation activities.
• Budget and Resource Management: Develop and manage project budgets, tracking expenses and resource utilization. Optimize resource allocation to maximize project efficiency while ensuring that project goals are met within allocated resources.
• Project Reporting: Generate regular progress reports, highlighting project status, key metrics, risks, and issues. Provide accurate and timely updates to stakeholders and senior management, facilitating informed decision-making and ensuring transparency.
• Change Management: Effectively manage project changes, assessing their impact on scope, schedule, and resources. Work closely with stakeholders to manage change requests, evaluate their feasibility, and implement approved changes while minimizing disruption.

Experience

10+ Years of Experience