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Project Manager job at PostBank Uganda | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
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About the Organisation
ostBank Uganda is a leading financial institution committed to providing accessible, affordable, and innovative banking solutions that cater to individuals, businesses, and government entities. With a strong reputation built on reliability and customer trust, PostBank has earned recognition for its inclusive banking services, particularly focusing on underserved populations, offering a range of products including savings, loans, and mobile banking. The bank fosters a work culture centered around integrity, collaboration, and customer satisfaction, offering employees opportunities for growth and development in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Founded in 1996, PostBank has evolved to become a significant player in Uganda's banking sector, adapting to technological advancements to better serve its customers through mobile banking, digital financial services, and innovative payment solutions. With a widespread network of branches and agents across the country, PostBank serves millions of customers, including those in remote and rural areas. Driven by core values of accessibility, innovation, and trust, PostBank is dedicated to corporate social responsibility efforts that focus on financial literacy, community development, and environmental sustainability. For more information, visit www.postbank.co.ug.
Job Title
Project Manager job at PostBank Uganda
PostBank Uganda
Job Description
Job Title: Project Manager
Organisation: PostBank Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Head Change & Project Management Office
The role holder is responsible for planning, coordinating, and integrating cross-functional projects that are significant in scope and impact. They will support the Head of the Change and Project Management Office in establishing structured change management approaches to help teams and individuals transition from current to future states, enabling successful adoption of new processes and systems.
The role also entails organizing people and resources efficiently to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope from initiation to completion.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Build and develop project teams to ensure maximum performance, providing purpose, direction, and motivation.
Lead projects from requirements definition through deployment, identifying schedules, scopes, budget estimations, and project implementation plans, including risk mitigation.
Coordinate internal and external resources to ensure projects remain within scope, schedule, and budget, working closely with teams across departments.
Analyze project progress and when necessary, adjust scope, timelines, and costs to ensure that project team adheres to project requirements.
Establish and maintain relationships with appropriate client stakeholders, providing day-to-day contact on project status and changes.
Establish and maintain processes to manage scope over the project lifecycle, setting project quality and performance standards, and assessing and managing risk within, and across, multiple projects.
Develop and manage partnerships with third-party vendors and other external stakeholders.
Monitor and assign resources appropriately to streamline project efficiency and maximize deliverable outputs.
Report project outcomes and/or risks to the appropriate management channels as needed; escalating issues as necessary based on project work plans.
Any other duties as may be assigned by the line manager.
Financial Responsibility
Although project budgets are owned by respective project sponsors, the Project Manager is responsible for tracking actual spend against approved budgets to ensure projects are delivered within or below target.
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration, or any related discipline.
Professional project management certifications including PMP or PRINCE2 certification is highly desirable.
A Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management will be an added advantage.
Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in project planning and management.
Broad knowledge of Bank operations, procedures and policies.
A sound business/industry understanding of financial services.
Benefits planning, documentation, analysis, and tracking.
Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Good knowledge and understanding of project management software and tools i.e. Microsoft Project, GitLab etc.
Good knowledge and understanding of relevant IT applications.
Ability to build relationships across many fronts.
Ability to always focus and pay attention to detail.
Ability to work in a team as well as an individual with minimal or no supervision.
Business Behaviours
Passion: Committed to excellence, deliver outstanding results and make a positive impact for our customers and stakeholders.
Teamwork: Collaborates effectively, values mutual respect and diverse perspectives to achieve shared success and deliver greater value to the Bank.
Integrity: Uphold honesty, transparency, and accountability, ensuring ethical practices in every action.
Innovation: Embrace creativity and forward-thinking, continually seeking new solutions to enhance customer experience and drive business growth
How to Apply
The following documents should accompany the application: Cover letter, Detailed CV, and Copies of academic documents all as one file.
Online applications addressed to Chief Human Resource Officer, PostBank Uganda.
Send application to hr@postbank.co.ug with job title as subject.
Deadline: 4th July 2025