{"id":107368,"date":"2026-08-12T06:49:48","date_gmt":"2026-08-12T06:49:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/uncategorized\/senior-client-project-manager-fixed-term-contract\/"},"modified":"2026-08-12T06:49:48","modified_gmt":"2026-08-12T06:49:48","slug":"senior-client-project-manager-fixed-term-contract","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/jobs\/nairobi\/senior-client-project-manager-fixed-term-contract\/","title":{"rendered":"Senior Client Project Manager- Fixed Term Contract"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\", \"@type\": \"JobPosting\", \"title\": \"Senior Client Project Manager- Fixed Term Contract\", \"description\": \"Your day at NTT DATA\\nThe Senior Client Project Manager is a seasoned subject matter expert, responsible for leading and directing concurrent client projects classified as complex.\\nThe primary responsibility of the Client 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realization\\nMaintain the project governance, reporting and quality gates as per the scope\\nManages the delivery of the project, including rigorous scope control and change management.\\nEnsure successful implementation, stabilization and transition to business operations\\nEnsure effective management of project documentation, deliverables, testing and deployment tasks.\\nEnsure the contractors deliver services in line with the agreed terms, project timelines, budgets and quality standards\\nMonitor and manage change requests, scope changes, impact assessment and approval to ensure changes are governed and oversee the change management process.\\nStakeholder Management\\nEngages with stakeholders to deliver projects from original concept through final\\nProvide executive level status updated and strategic recommendations\\nFacilitate and coordinate decision making, issue resolution and escalation management\\nEnsures clear and concise communications to all stakeholders.\\nRisk and 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taking a collaborative approach.\\nDecisive with good attention to detail ability.\\nCompetent in project change management.\\nSeasoned knowledge of the IT industry, domain, or technology related to the client's project.\\nSeasoned problem-solving and analytical skills to identify and address issues that may arise during project implementation.\\nAcademic Qualifications and Certifications:\\nBachelor's degree or equivalent in business and \/ or project management or related field.\\nRelevant project management certifications required.\\nPMP certification is mandatory.\\n5+ years of experience in Project\/program management\\nITIL certification is beneficial.\\nRequired experience:\\nSeasoned project management experience preferably in a multinational professional services environment.\\nSeasoned client engagement experience.\\nDemonstrated understanding of the project life cycle.\\nStrong background in governance, stakeholder management, budgeting and risk management\\nSeasoned experience managing IT Infrastructure and applications projects.\", \"datePosted\": \"2026-08-10\", \"hiringOrganization\": {\"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"NTT Ltd\"}, \"jobLocation\": {\"@type\": \"Place\", \"address\": {\"@type\": \"PostalAddress\", \"addressLocality\": \"Nairobi\", \"addressCountry\": \"KE\"}}, \"directApply\": true, \"validThrough\": \"2026-08-24T23:59:59\", \"employmentType\": \"CONTRACTOR\"}<\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>Company:<\/strong> NTT Ltd<\/p>\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Nairobi<\/p>\n<p><strong>Job Type:<\/strong> Contract , Hybrid<\/p>\n<p><strong>Apply Before:<\/strong> 2026-08-24<\/p>\n<h3>Job Description<\/h3>\n<p>Your day at NTT DATA<br \/>The Senior Client Project Manager is a seasoned subject matter expert, responsible for leading and directing concurrent client projects classified as complex.<br \/>The primary responsibility of the Client Project Manager is to interface with all project stakeholders to take projects from original concept through to final implementation, including handing over to Operations whether internal to the organization or into the client&#8217;s support operations.<br \/>Key Responsibilities:<br \/>Strategic Leadership<br \/>Provide the overall direction and governance for the project<br \/>Drive the project delivery excellence and continuous improvement initiatives<br \/>Lead steering committees\u2019 forums and executive reviews<br \/>Ensure adherence to project management methodologies, quality standards and compliance requirements<br \/>Project Management<br \/>Oversee end to end execution of the project lifecycle and manage the multiple contractors engaged in the project<br \/>Ensures that the project delivers an as-sold solution, remains within the baselined budget and is delivered on time whilst maintaining quality criteria and client satisfaction.<br \/>Monitor the project performance against scope, budget, risks and benefit realization<br \/>Maintain the project governance, reporting and quality gates as per the scope<br \/>Manages the delivery of the project, including rigorous scope control and change management.<br \/>Ensure successful implementation, stabilization and transition to business operations<br \/>Ensure effective management of project documentation, deliverables, testing and deployment tasks.<br \/>Ensure the contractors deliver services in line with the agreed terms, project timelines, budgets and quality standards<br \/>Monitor and manage change requests, scope changes, impact assessment and approval to ensure changes are governed and oversee the change management process.<br \/>Stakeholder Management<br \/>Engages with stakeholders to deliver projects from original concept through final<br \/>Provide executive level status updated and strategic recommendations<br \/>Facilitate and coordinate decision making, issue resolution and escalation management<br \/>Ensures clear and concise communications to all stakeholders.<br \/>Risk and Compliance Management<br \/>Identify, assess and mitigate the project risks and issues<br \/>Ensure compliance with organizational policies and industry standards<br \/>Drive the quality assurance activities in collaboration with the technical teams<br \/>Documentation and management of risks and issues.<br \/>Performs any other related task as required.<br \/>Knowledge and Attributes:<br \/>Seasoned project management skills, including the ability to plan, organize, and execute projects from initiation to completion.<br \/>Ability to establish strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external clients.<br \/>Ability to manage customer satisfaction, commitment, and expectations to high service levels and manage escalations adequately.<br \/>Good written and verbal communication skills.<br \/>Seasoned ability to manage urgent and complex tasks simultaneously.<br \/>Seasoned business acumen and commercial skills.<br \/>Passionate, strong initiative, self-driven with a commitment to succeed.<br \/>Seasoned influencing ability whilst taking a collaborative approach.<br \/>Decisive with good attention to detail ability.<br \/>Competent in project change management.<br \/>Seasoned knowledge of the IT industry, domain, or technology related to the client&#8217;s project.<br \/>Seasoned problem-solving and analytical skills to identify and address issues that may arise during project implementation.<br \/>Academic Qualifications and Certifications:<br \/>Bachelor&#8217;s degree or equivalent in business and \/ or project management or related field.<br \/>Relevant project management certifications required.<br \/>PMP certification is mandatory.<br \/>5+ years of experience in Project\/program management<br \/>ITIL certification is beneficial.<br \/>Required experience:<br \/>Seasoned project management experience preferably in a multinational professional services environment.<br \/>Seasoned client engagement experience.<br \/>Demonstrated understanding of the project life cycle.<br \/>Strong background in governance, stakeholder management, budgeting and risk management<br \/>Seasoned experience managing IT Infrastructure and applications projects.<\/p>\n<h3>How to Apply<\/h3>\n<p>Interested and qualified? 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