Equity Bank is one of the region’s leading banks whose purpose is to transform the lives and livelihoods of people of Africa socially and economically by availing them modern, inclusive financial services that maximize their opportunities. With a strong footprint in Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Southern Sudan and DR Congo, Equity Bank is now home to more than 15 million customers, the largest customer base in the eastern African Region. Currently the Bank is seeking additional talent to serve its customers in the roles below,
Job title: Manager, IT Projects
JOB REF: IT/EQBUL 09/2022/3
Reports to: Head, IT
Job Purpose
To provide overall strategic leadership in the planning, implementation and integration of cross-functional IT projects as well as ensuring technical oversight & delivery of the different IT projects components within approved budgets and in line with Equity Bank’s business requirements.

Desired knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Degree in Computer Science, IT, or related qualification.
• Professional qualifications such CAPM and/or PMP is required.
Minimum of 8 years’ experience in IT Service Delivery, 3 of which must be in Project Cycle Management for Financial Services or an ICT solution Provider.
• Experience in Software development with project-based focus and experience working with IT teams
• Strong follow-up and relationship management skills; ability to organize applicable project timelines and follow up with internal & external stakeholder requirements as needed.
• Ability to develop budgets and formulate new cost-effective strategies and technical approaches on IT project management.