The Role
Plan, coordinate, and complete projects within approved timelines. Set up project schedules, track activities, identify risks and delays, coordinate stakeholders, prepare status reports, manage resources and vendors, delegate tasks, facilitate contract execution, and obtain project completion sign-offs. The role also involves occasional client-office visits and collaboration in a flexible hybrid work structure.
Summary Generated by Built In
Project Manager
We are Zone Payment Network Limited based in Lagos, Nigeria.
Zone is a regulated blockchain network that enables payments and acceptance of digital currencies. Our
Layer-1 Blockchain network decentralizes processing of Fiat payments and enablesthe transition to digital
currencies while connecting previously excluded financial institutions into an all-inclusive payment
ecosystem.
We recognize that our highly talented and hyper-motivated people are at the core of our exponential
growth. As such, we remain committed to our tried and trusted approach of bringing people with
exceptional talent and abilities into an enabling environment where each person can become a better
version of themselves and achieve unprecedented career success while delivering impact and having fun!
Your contributions have the potential to impact millions of people across Africa and beyond as we work
together to connect every monetary store of value by harnessing the power of blockchain.
Job Profile:
We are looking for an innovative, self-driven and ambitious Project Manager to join our Project
Management team! As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for the planning, Coordination, and
completion of projects within the stipulated timeline.
As a Project Manager, your job responsibilities include the following:
• Ensure set-up of all projectschedules/plan using relevant project management tool.
• Track completion of all project activities on a daily and weekly basis against approved project
plan and identify possible delays/risks.
• Engage relevant stakeholders in relations to project activities and ensure timely completion of
project tasks/deliverables within stipulated timeline.
• Prepare statusreports by gathering, analyzing, and summarizing relevant information.
• Ensure availability of internal resources (project participants), client teams and third
parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects
• Delegate tasks to relevant stakeholders for the purpose of ensuring timely completion of
projects.
• Make occasional visits to the client office as and when required.
• Ensure that project contracts are signed at the beginning of a project and project completion
documents are signed off by relevant stakeholders at the end of a project.
We would love to meet you if:
• You want to build something that endures and has the potential to transform an entire industry.
The legacy of the work you do matters to you.
• You have at least 5 years related work experience in Fintech, software company, Banking, IT
Infrastructure, Telecommunication company etc.
• You have a good knowledge of software, Payment, and banking.
• You have strong attention to detail, great communication skills and works well in a team.
• You are creative and intuitive with an eye for detail.
These are some of the nitty-gritty things you may have listed on your CV/LinkedIn profile but certainly
do not define who you are:
• B.Sc/B.Eng in Engineering, Computer Science, or any related subject areas.
• Experience working in the Payment or Fintech industries will be an advantage.
• Project management certifications.
Physical Requirements:
We currently run a flexible work structure; some days are remote while others require you collaborate
with colleagues at the office location. For each situation, you may have:
● Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
This role reports to the Solutions Delivery Manager
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Grade Level: Associate
Please send us your CV or LinkedIn Profile to [email protected] along with a message on why
you think Zone is a good fit for you.
Skills Required
- At least 5 years of related work experience in fintech, software, banking, IT infrastructure, telecommunications, or a similar industry
- Good knowledge of software, payment systems, and banking
- Strong attention to detail and communication skills; ability to work well in a team
- Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related subject
- Experience working in the payment or fintech industries
- Project management certifications
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The Company
What We Do
Zone is a payment infrastructure company that enables payments and acceptance of digital currencies through its regulated blockchain network.
