Core-Banking Project Manager Job in Nairobi

The Core Banking Project Manager will lead the following phases:

Phase 1: CBS RFP Development & Vendor Selection

• Business Requirements Gathering:
• Conduct workshops with stakeholders (CX, Credit, Business Development, Compliance, IT, Operations, Finance) to document functional, technical, and regulatory requirements.
• Prioritize needs (e.g., multi-channel integration, CBK compliance, scalability).
• Deliverable: Business Requirements Document (BRD).
• CBS RFP Preparation:
• Draft the CBS RFP document, including:
• Scope of work, technical specifications, and compliance requirements.
• Evaluation criteria (functionality, cost, vendor stability, local support).
• Submission guidelines and contractual terms.
• Deliverable: Finalized CBS RFP.
•  Vendor Evaluation & Selection
• Distribute RFP to shortlisted vendors and coordinate responses.
• Develop evaluation scripts/scenarios for vendor demos and proof-of-concept (POC) testing.
• Lead scoring of proposals using weighted criteria (e.g., 40% functionality, 30% cost, 20% vendor experience).
• Conduct site visits to vendor client locations to assess system performance and support capabilities.
• Deliverables:Vendor Scorecards and Comparison Report.
• Recommendation Report for Leadership Approval

Phase 2: CBS Implementation

• System Configuration:
• Collaborate with vendors to configure CBS modules (loans, deposits, transactions) per set business rules.
• Customize workflows, interest calculations, and compliance alerts (e.g., CBK reporting).
• Integration: Ensure seamless integration with existing systems (mobile banking, payment gateways, ERP, CRM).
• Testing: Oversee system testing, UAT, and performance testing to validate functionality and scalability.
• Document and resolve defects.
• Data Migration: o Develop and execute a Data Migration Plan for extracting, cleansing, transforming, and validating data.
• Deploy reconciliation tools (e.g., Informatica, IBM InfoSphere) to ensure 100% accuracy of migrated customer accounts, transactions, and financial records.
• Deployment: Execute a phased go-live strategy with rollback plans and downtime management.
• Project Execution & Monitoring
• Manage timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Resolve scope conflicts and prioritize deliverables.
• Provide weekly/monthly progress reports to the PMO Director and stakeholders.
• Training & Transition: Develop training programs for staff and ensure vendor knowledge transfer.
• Post-Implementation Support -Monitor system performance during the warranty period.
• Conduct a post-implementation review to assess outcomes against KPIs.

Banking Project Manager Qualifications:

• Project Management certification (PMP/PRINCE2)
• 5+ years leading core banking deployments