Project Manager (Dev Office - Islamabad)

Convermation Inc.; Islamabad; On-site; USD 30,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is looking for a Project Manager to lead the establishment of a development office in Islamabad. This role involves hiring and managing a skilled team while ensuring smooth daily operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, with a proven track record in software development management. This exciting opportunity allows you to leverage government incentives for foreign companies, making a significant impact in the tech landscape of Pakistan. If you are passionate about technology and team leadership, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong background in software/application development management.
• Experience in establishing and managing development teams in Pakistan.

Responsibilities

• Establishing a local development office in Islamabad.
• Hiring and managing a technical team of developers and writers.
• Overseeing daily operations and administration of the office.

Skills

Fluency in English

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Team-Building Skills

Management Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree in Information Technology or related field

Job description

We are currently seeking a Project Manager to manage the Pakistani development office of a wireless application development company.

The PM will be responsible for:

1. Establishing a local development office in Islamabad for the parent company.
2. Hiring and managing a team of technical staff expected to include 1 Development Manager, 5-10 Developers, 1-2 Technical Writers, 2-5 Testers, 2 Sys Admin, 1 DBA.
3. Looking after the day to day operation and administration of the development office.
4. Keeping informed about and taking advantage of incentives and programs offered by the government to foreign software companies.

This position will report to a Project Director based in Toronto, Canada.

If you are interested in this position, please send a detailed resume with references to [e-mail].

Job Specification

Fluency in spoken and written English and excellent communication and presentation skills.

Strong interpersonal, team-building, leadership and management skills.

Development background with management experience in the software/application development space.

Demonstrated experience in establishing and/or managing a development team/office in Pakistan.

Familiarity with incentives and programs offered by the government to foreign companies and contacts to take advantage of these.

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