PROJECT MANAGER

Manager – Project Manager.Fintech CEO’s Office
Littoral, Cameroon and 1 more (On-site)
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Job Description
Fintech is entering a new phase where operational and commercial excellence has become critical for success. A separate Company has been set up to drive financial products and services to expand the reach and speed of operations. There is an increased focus in the commercial areas, new products and services and scaling up of Digital capabilities. The incumbent must therefore ensure the successful delivery in context of:

An expertise-based multicultural Fintech organisation

A dynamic and evolving field of Fintech/Financial Services industry
Revolutionary workforce practices which are bringing together global labour markets
Convergence in markets and exploration of non-traditional revenue streams requiring complex interpretation and structuring
Evolving industry sector constantly presenting new challenges and opportunities to the core businesses
Agile ways of working
Responsibilities
As the sub-functional leader of the Information Security vertical, the role is accountable to:

Align the results of the vertical, collectively and as individual work areas in the OpCo, ensuring that the Group guidelines are duly complied with

Measure the impact and benefit of the sub-function to OpCo and report the true-value metrics. Drive continuous improvement across all verticals
Delivery Leadership:

As the delivery leader of the Information Security vertical, the role is accountable for the following work area outcomes:

Strategy & Analytics, Budgeting, Data and Reporting

Implement and execute policies, procedures and guidelines cascaded by the functional lead and ensure the team complies with the same
Comply with the set governance mechanisms, under supervision from the functional lead and ensure team does the same
Cascade the Group Fintech budget, analytics and reporting framework in the sub-function, under direction from the CTIO
Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of Information Security strategies and propose and offer suggestions for improvements
Information Security Operations

Direct the implementation of group security governance and security strategies, including the definition and delivery of OpCo-wide implementation plan, in accordance with group strategy, corporate governance and international security standards.
Ensure implementation and adherence to the Information Security standards, guidelines & processes as prescribed by MTN Group Information Security teams and Group DigiFin Information Security teams

Lead and direct the adoption of newly implemented security solutions to operational environment as well as in-depth security testing in order to keep security risks to the OpCo’s assets and networks / the response time to security threats at a minimum.
Lead timely action-taking in response to fraudulent activities related to the information system based on and informed by reports received from specialist
Direct the regular conducting of security trainings, building of a knowledge repository and distribution of security governance documents (covering end-to-end security) as part of the overall objective of promotion and ensuring awareness of security standards, policies and procedures amongst the employees
Support group and technology team in designing, reviewing and implementing security architecture plans and blue prints
Lead and direct adapting, testing (UAT, performance, functions) and piloting of new/extended security services/systems as well as their implementation with the view to minimise the negative impact on operations

Direct the creation of long- and short-term implementation roadmaps to meet all identified security requirements
Direct the development of business continuity and disaster recovery plans for security systems, in collaboration with the Ethics, Risk and Compliance team, so as to implement action plans that respond quickly and effectively to potential disasters
Lead the development and maintaining of relations with government representatives, as required
Where required, escalate unsolvable issues to CTIO in a timeous manner
Other tasks and duties, as assigned
Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

Accountable for the morale, performance, and development of the function’s human capital
Cascade and socialize work structure processes to enable adoption by the team
Coach and mentor direct reports
Ensure assigned team is led, motivated, and rewarded to achieve KPA’s
Ensure that coaching / mentoring programs and personal development plans are in place for all staff members
Ensure effective management of diversity among personnel in the function
Identify staff training and development needs and implement necessary actions, in collaboration with HR

Motivate and manage individuals to perform at the highest level, especially in terms of delivery and meeting target deadlines
Possess the authority, presence, and integrity to command respect from colleagues and from external contacts
Provide career development for direct reports (counselling, coaching, identifying key performance areas, career planning, and goal setting), in collaboration with HR
Qualifications
Education:

A Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology or related field
Relevant post graduate qualification is an advantage
Experience:

A minimum of 4 to 6 years’ total experience in a similar position with at least 2 years in a managerial role
Experience in Fintech, banking or Mobile Money is preferred
Experience working in a global/multinational enterprise with a good understanding emerging markets is preferred
Competencies:

Functional Knowledge:

IT Security assessment
IT Security compliance
Cyber Defense
Security Engineering
Identity & Access controls
Vulnerability & Penetration testing
Threat management
Privacy controls & management
Skills

Relationship/people management
Analytical thinking
Continuous improvement
Data interpretation
Delivery focused
Presentation
Relationship building

Apply Before : 09/03/2025, 11:59 PM

All applications must be submitted ONLINE at : https://ehle.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/requisitions?location=Cameroon&locationId=300000000273784&locationLevel=country&mode=location