Portfolio Manager – IT & Digital Transformation Projects at CRDB Bank March 2024, Jobs CRDB Bank PLC is the leading banking institution in Tanzania in terms of assets, loans & advances and customer deposits, with an ambition to expand its footprint in the wider East Africa region. Besides playing an influential role in the socio-economic development of the country, CRDB Bank consistently relies on its sound business model to pursue a sensible diversification strategy, alongside consolidating and improving its banking operations.
Job Reporting To: Head Of Project Management
Job Summary
To ensure successful delivery of IT and Digital Transformation projects in line with the approved baseline and strategy
Key responsibilities:
Translate the digital transformation strategy into relevant projects and programs. Establish and effectively motivate for the requisite resources necessary for successful implementation of portfolio projects and programs.
Contribute to formulation and review of the digital transformation strategy. Review and improve projects/programs business cases to ensure they are aligned to the digital transformation strategy.
Coach and mentor project and program managers under the portfolio Define, leverage and manage synergies and dependencies between the various IT and Digital Transformation Projects/Programs Ensure compliance to the organizational project management framework in execution of portfolio projects and programs. Maintain the knowledge base for the portfolio.
Develop and maintain templates, checklists and other project artefacts that support effective implementation of portfolio projects/programs. Direct and motivate the portfolio team. Effectively communicate portfolio expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear manner. Liaise with portfolio stakeholders on an on-going basis.
Set and continually manage expectations with team members and other stakeholders. Manage portfolio risks, issues, dependencies and assumptions by ensuring proper recording, assignment, ownership and timely escalation to the appropriate level of management where necessary. Communicate progress to relevant stakeholders in a clear and timely manner. Monitor progress against plan and institute corrective measures in the event of any deviations.
Manage changes to the portfolio baseline in line with the stipulated change control process and best practice. Effectively manage performance of third-party vendors and contractors Oversee successful transition of portfolio projects/programs into operations.
Leverage the benefits management framework to facilitate realization of envisaged benefits from the portfolio projects and programs. Drive adoption of portfolio deliverables through effective change management
Experience, Knowledge and Skills Requirements.
Bachelor’s degree in (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) or in Business Administration or any other related field. MBA would be an added advantage. PMP Certification or any other equivalent certification A minimum of 5 years’ experience in project/program/portfolio management Advanced understanding of banking operations and information systems
At least 5 years working experience in the financial services industry. Strong background in Agile Project Management Technical skills specifically in Business Process Management, Business Analysis and Change Management Previous experience in managing a large portfolio of projects/program in a matrix project environment Flexible during times of change.
Persuasive, encouraging, and motivating. Strong communication skills & interpersonal skills. Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies. Customer service skills. Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial. Tenacious.
Deadline 17th March 2024
