Software Implementation Officer

Job Description:

The Project Manager at LIS Nepal Pvt. Ltd. would be responsible for working closely with the product development team and leadership, and managing various implementation projects for different customers of the product.

Job Descriptions: 

• Lead, manage and monitor multiple internal and external projects 
• Take a holistic view of the project and product deliverables
• Closely work with the project sponsor, team, and subject matter experts to develop and build an appropriate strategy for project delivery
• Implement the project strategy insuring that the business value is maximized to its full potential
• Develop and implement the project management plan
• Manage project elements, including, but not limited to schedule, cost, resources, and risks.
• Focus on the critical technical project management elements for each project which may include
• Having the right artifacts readily available.
  • Mapping down critical success factors for the project.
  • Scheduling meetings as when required
  • Selecting financial reports and Issue log.
• Knowledge management
• Define processes and best practices for the project and product development in coordination with the product owner and the respective client

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent technical, project management, strategic and business management skills
• Excellent communication skill and proven ability to carry on a business conversation at all levels.
• Strong leadership, decision making and problem solving skill.
• Proven ability to effectively lead and manage teams in order to meet the project objectives and stakeholder expectations
• Good knowledge of tools and techniques for project management
• Ability to tailor both traditional and agile tools
• International exposure/experience will be an added advantage

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of data warehousing, data engineering and business intelligence
• Knowledge of retail domain
• Knowledge of scrum master
• Proven experience of customer support management

Education + Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related disciple. Master’s Degree will be an added advantage
• 5+ years of experience with at least 2 years of experience in project management

Job Description:

The main purpose of the job is to manage the project cycle from planning /developing, implementing, monitoring and coordination. This position also makes sure that the project quality standard and deadline are met. 
A qualified candidate should have 5 years of related experience with a minimum of a master’s degree in project management or another relevant field, Preference will be given to MBA.

Key Responsibilities 

• Prepare project plan and scheduling 
• Analyze the present plan and make necessary adjustments. Allocate resources based on the availability. 
• Lead the project and project team throughout the project life cycle. 
• Identify the issues, risks and their mitigation plan. 
• Conduct follow up meetings for smooth functioning of the planned activity. 
• Motivate & stimulate project team members to reach their full potential. 
• Ensure project documents are prepared, updated continuously, and managed properly in repository. 
• Communicate project status, issues and risk to customer, management & other stakeholders. 
• Coordinate with key stakeholder to execute the task. 
• Work closely with the management team in managing resource utilization. 
• Track status of project tasks. 
• Actively involve in patch management process. 
• Ensure patch logs are properly maintained. 
• Prepare Release Notes & communicate to clients.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Good Knowledge of Agile Software Development and Scrum Methodology.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.
• Good command over Microsoft Office applications and Project Management tools.
• Good leadership and people management skills
• Good mathematical and analytical skills
• Critical thinking 

Education + Experience

• Minimum of master’s degree in project management or other relevant fields, Preference will be given to MBA 
• Minimum 5 years of experience in relevant field