Project Manager - SDLC

Role Overview

Softgic is hiring a Project Manager focused on SDLC-driven delivery in an onsite role based in Nairobi, Kenya. The position centers on coordinating project execution, keeping stakeholders aligned, and guiding teams through Agile Scrum and software delivery processes.

Required Background

• A minimum of 3 years of hands-on project management experience is required.
• Applicants should have solid exposure to managing projects in an Agile Scrum setting.
• A practical grasp of the Software Development Life Cycle and common delivery approaches is essential.
• Experience using planning and scheduling platforms such as Smartsheet, MS Project, Jira, or comparable tools is expected.
• Strong command of Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook, is needed.
• Candidates should have used AI-based tools to enhance productivity and improve project delivery.
• Excellent spoken and written English communication skills are required.
• Successful candidates must be organized, analytical, and effective at solving problems.
• The role requires the ability to juggle several priorities in a demanding, fast-moving environment.
• Applicants should be able to bring people together, create agreement, and influence stakeholders across all levels.
• Comfort working with senior leadership and teams from different functions is important.

Preferred Experience

• Prior involvement in enterprise-wide transformation or process improvement programs is an advantage.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, Scrum Master, Agile Practitioner, or similar credentials are desirable.
• Background in technology-focused or software development environments is a plus.

Key Duties

• Bring project sponsors and stakeholders into alignment on goals, scope, milestones, timelines, and intended results.
• Identify stakeholders, keep them engaged, and maintain communication throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Coach project teams on Agile Scrum practices and SDLC delivery standards.
• Create, update, and oversee detailed project schedules covering tasks, dependencies, owners, and due dates.
• Coordinate project work, monitor progress, and ensure accountability across involved teams.
• Run project meetings, support alignment, and help groups make decisions together.
• Share updates on project progress, risks, issues, and important decisions with leadership and other stakeholders.
• Maintain RAID logs covering risks, assumptions, issues, and dependencies, while clearing blockers and escalating concerns when needed.
• Use collaboration and project management tools to strengthen planning, communication, and execution.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts and take on additional project-related tasks as assigned.

Additional Information

No salary, stipend, duration, or start date details were provided in the source. No vacancy count was mentioned.