Associate Project Manager (IT Projects)
NAXA is a leading Geo-ICT consulting firm committed to using innovative geospatial technologies to solve modern problems facing humanity. Founded in 2014, the company aims to drive technological innovations, particularly in digital and spatial technologies, to address contemporary challenges in developing countries. NAXA specializes in digital mapping, geodata collection and management, analysis, and development of geospatial applications. NAXA offers an opportunity to work on the design, development, and implementation of digital solutions, primarily geospatial applications, that solve real-life problems in thematic areas such as disaster management, sustainable development, urban planning, land management, and more. The company's core technical expertise includes digital mapping, geodata collection and management, geospatial analysis, data analysis and visualization, and web and mobile-based geospatial application development. With over 300 successful projects to its credit, NAXA has collaborated with national and local governments, UN agencies, private sectors, and CSOs both in Nepal and abroad.
Details / requirements:
At Naxa, you will get a chance to work with technology for development planning and disaster management-related projects/initiatives for national and international organizations. We are a Geo-ICT service provider company with a focus on digital mapping, geodata collection and management, analysis, and development of geospatial applications.
As an associate project manager, you are expected to be self-motivated, organized, and proactive. You will work closely with the project manager and business analysts to plan the project's schedule, implementation timeline, and assess project risks of small to medium scale projects. The Associate project manager will directly report to the Senior Management/Project Manager.
Responsibilities:
In consultation with the project manager, manage small scale and medium scale projects throughout their lifecycle
In consultation with project manager, work collaboratively with business analyst to develop project’s schedule, milestones, implementation timeline, identify risks and develop contingency plans
In collaboration with the technical project lead, should be able to organize team meetings and set clear expectations for the team
Should track project progress, identify bottlenecks and ensure timely deliverables
Should regularly update the project manager on progress of the project
Should ensure quality assurance and control per project requirements by mobilizing a quality assurance team
Should Encourage, motivate and coordinate all team members for timely project deliverables delivery
In consultation with the senior management/project manager, should provide timely, accurate, and unbiased feedback to team members on both improvement areas and remarkable achievements/contributions
Skills and Qualifications:
Should have understanding and/or hands-on experience in software development
Should be a responsive communicator and be able to communicate effectively, both orally and written with clients/project partners, project team, and management team
Should be able to efficiently multitask and self-organize and be able to handle multiple projects throughout their lifecycle
Should be able to have an effective discussion with the project team regarding the technicalities of the project and be able to evaluate the tasks and time needed for tasks of a project
Should be able to scope, plan and document project timelines, milestones and deliverables
Should be able to identify, evaluate risks and employ mitigation strategies
Should be able to use the available resources and make decisions that affect the project on a regular basis
Education and Experience:
Should have experience working with senior management. Preferably in the IT industry.
Should have experience working with limited supervision and have the ability to identify and escalate bottlenecks and if needed bring it to Project Manager/Senior Management for mitigation.
Should have experience communicating/estimating/implementing software requirements by effectively delegating the task to architects, designers, and developers.
Should have experience in project management tools such as JIRA/Trello/ClickUp
Bachelors in IT, Engineering, or Business with at least 1-2 years of experience in the IT industry. Preferably in a business analyst or IT project management role.
Should have knowledge and experience of Agile development methodologies. Certification in Scrum or other software development methodology is preferred.
Pre-condition: The candidate should be able to join us within 7-10 days.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this role, please send your CV along with a cover letter to hr@naxa.com.np.
Note: Applications sent through emails will only be considered.
You will have an opportunity to be part of an excellent team working on humanitarian projects for national and international organizations.
Overview
| Category | Computer - Technology/Management |
| Openings | 1 |
| Position Type | Full Time |
| Position Level | Mid Level |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Education | Bachelors in Engineering |
| Posted Date | 10 May, 2021 |
| Apply Before | 18 May, 2021 |
| City |
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