Project Manager

ASA Microfinance Bank (Pakistan) Limited; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 2,000,000 - 3,600,000; Full time

Job summary

ASA Microfinance Bank (Pakistan) Limited is seeking an experienced Project Manager - IT to lead end-to-end technology projects at its Head Office.

The ideal candidate will manage planning, execution, governance, and stakeholder coordination with business, technology teams and vendors to ensure on-time delivery and realization of project benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, IT, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of project management experience in technology projects.
• Experience in the banking or financial services sector preferred.
• Strong knowledge of PMI, PRINCE2 and Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop project plans, schedules, milestones and budgets.
• Manage project execution and ensure timely delivery of agreed outcomes.
• Coordinate with business, technology, vendors and other stakeholders.
• Monitor project risks, issues, dependencies and mitigation actions.
• Track project progress and prepare management reports.
• Manage scope, changes and project approvals.
• Ensure compliance with approved PMO and governance processes.
• Facilitate project meetings and stakeholder reviews.
• Monitor vendor performance and deliverables.
• Ensure proper project closure, documentation, lessons learned and benefits realization.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, IT, Business, or related field

Tools

PMI

PRINCE2

Agile

Job description

ASA Microfinance Bank (Pakistan) Limited is looking for an experienced and results-driven Project Manager - IT to join its team at Head Office.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing end-to-end technology projects, ensuring effective planning, execution, stakeholder coordination, and timely delivery in line with business objectives and project governance standards.

Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, IT, Business, or a related field.

No. of Years' Experience

• 5+ years of project management experience.
• Experience in managing technology projects, preferably within the banking or financial services sector.

Technical Competency

• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, including PMI, PRINCE2 and Agile.
• Experience in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk and issue management.
• Strong understanding of IT governance, project documentation and reporting.

Behavioral Competency

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Effective communication and coordination skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under deadlines.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop project plans, schedules, milestones and budgets.
• Manage project execution and ensure timely delivery of agreed outcomes.
• Coordinate with business, technology, vendors and other stakeholders.
• Monitor project risks, issues, dependencies and mitigation actions.
• Track project progress and prepare management reports.
• Manage scope, changes and project approvals.
• Ensure compliance with approved PMO and governance processes.
• Facilitate project meetings and stakeholder reviews.
• Monitor vendor performance and deliverables.
• Ensure proper project closure, documentation, lessons learned and benefits realization.
• Perform any special assignments as assigned by management.