Project Manager

The Project Manager will be responsible for planning, executing, and delivering Unicapital’s digital and technology initiatives. This role will lead cross-functional teams to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope and budget, while aligning with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and digital transformation goals.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Planning & Governance

• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables aligned with strategic priorities.
• Develop detailed project plans, including resource allocation, milestones, and risk

• Establish project governance frameworks, reporting structures, and documentation

• Ensure compliance with internal policies and financial regulatory requirements.

1. Execution & Delivery Management

• Lead end-to-end project execution across digital, IT, and business initiatives.
• Monitor project progress, manage dependencies, and ensure timely delivery of milestones.
• Identify and mitigate risks, issues, and bottlenecks proactively.
• Ensure alignment between business requirements and technical implementation.

1. Stakeholder & Communication Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, including business units, IT teams, and external vendors.
• Facilitate regular status updates, steering committee meetings, and executive reporting.
• Manage expectations and ensure clear communication of progress, risks, and decisions.
• Coordinate across multiple teams to ensure seamless collaboration.

1. Resource & Vendor Management

• Manage internal and external resources to ensure optimal utilization.
• Coordinate with vendors, partners, and third-party providers where applicable.
• Oversee contract deliverables and ensure adherence to agreed timelines and quality

• Support procurement and onboarding of project resources.

1. Agile Delivery & Process Improvement

• Drive Agile or hybrid project delivery methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, or Waterfall, where applicable).
• Facilitate sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog management.
• Continuously improve project management processes, tools, and frameworks.
• Promote best practices in delivery management and team collaboration.

1. Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including plans, status reports, and risk logs.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as timeline adherence, budget, and quality metrics.
• Provide regular reporting to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure proper handover, closure documentation, and post-implementation reviews.

Education and Experience:

• Degree qualification or equivalent in Business, Information Technology, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in project management, preferably in financial services, fintech, or technology environments.
• Proven track record of delivering complex digital or IT projects.

Project Management Expertise:

• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Hybrid).
• Experience with project management tools (Jira, MS Project, Asana, Trello, etc.).
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with competing priorities.
• Strong risk management and problem-solving capabilities.

Technical & Business Understanding:

• Basic understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and system integration

• Familiarity with digital platforms, APIs, and data-driven systems is an advantage.
• Understanding of financial systems, trading platforms, or regulated environments is

preferred.

Leadership & Communication:

• Strong leadership and team coordination skills across cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence and drive alignment across business and technical groups.
• High level of accountability, ownership, and decision-making capability.

Soft Skills & Strategic Alignment:

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strategic mindset aligned with digital transformation and business growth.
• Attention to detail with a focus on quality and outcomes.