Project Manager at Fort Knox Group

About the Role

We invite applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Project Manager at Fort Knox Group in Lagos, Nigeria.

Key Responsibilities

Value-Added Services (VAS)

• Lead delivery of VAS projects while ensuring compliance with telecom standards
• Coordinate integration of new VAS products with operators and partners
• Monitor post-deployment performance and optimize service experience

Network Infrastructure

• Manage design, deployment, and upgrades of network infrastructure
• Ensure network scalability, security, and resilience
• Collaborate with NOC and field teams to minimize service disruptions

Software Development

• Oversee projects across the full software development lifecycle (design, build, test, deploy)
• Manage Agile/Scrum delivery and ensure sprint and release objectives are achieved
• Work with cross-functional teams to align product delivery with business needs

Cross-Functional Projects

• Lead strategic and ad-hoc business projects
• Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and governance standards
• Oversee vendor and third-party performance against contractual terms
• Conduct post-implementation reviews and maintain a lessons-learned repository

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of VAS, network infrastructure, and software lifecycles
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-disciplinary ICT/telecom projects
• Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project, JIRA, Asana, or Trello
• Expertise in budgeting, cost control, risk management, and vendor management

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or a related field
• 5–8 years of project management experience in ICT, telecoms, or software development
• Proven track record in delivering projects across VAS, network, and software domains
• Professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, or Scrum Master (preferred)