Senior Project Manager - Arusha

The Senior Project Manager at Western Governors University (WGU) will play a pivotal role in leading high-impact projects that drive organizational success. This individual must possess a mix of strong leadership, strategic thinking, and practical project management skills. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing large-scale projects, aligning them with business goals, and ensuring that they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
Key Characteristics:

• Leadership: Ability to lead, mentor, and inspire cross-functional teams, ensuring the successful delivery of projects. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to manage both internal and external stakeholders.
• Strategic Thinking: A forward-thinking leader who can see the bigger picture, aligning projects with WGU’s objectives and overall strategy while keeping the team focused on key deliverables.
• Problem-Solving and Decision Making: Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess situations, anticipate challenges, and implement solutions that keep the project on track.
• Project Management Expertise: In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Lean) and tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana). The candidate should be adept at managing timelines, budgets, resources, and risks to ensure successful project completion.
• Collaboration and Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively across all levels of the organization and with external stakeholders.
• Budget and Resource Management: Strong financial acumen, with experience in developing and managing project budgets, ensuring optimal resource allocation, and monitoring expenses.
• Adaptability and Agility: Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, adjusting strategies as necessary in response to changing priorities, timelines, and business goals.
• Mentorship and Development: Passion for developing and nurturing talent within the project management team, providing guidance, coaching, and support to junior team members.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree or PMP certification preferred).
• 7+ years of experience in project management with a demonstrated ability to deliver large, multi-departmental projects.
• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to manage and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Strong experience with project management tools (MS Project, Jira, Trello, Asana, etc.).
• Prior experience in the higher education sector or a related field is highly desirable.
• PMP, Agile, or similar certifications preferred.

The Senior Project Manager at WGU will be a key player in ensuring that the university’s projects are executed effectively and efficiently, supporting the long-term success and growth of the institution. The ideal candidate will have a passion for education, a drive for excellence, and a commitment to making an impact.