• The Project Manager will oversee the planning, execution, and successful delivery of biometric technology projects, with a strong focus on Automated Biometric Identification Systems (ABIS) and Automated Fingerprint Identification Systems (AFIS). The role requires hands-on experience in managing large-scale biometric implementations, especially within Banking and National ID programs. The candidate will ensure end-to-end project lifecycle management, client engagement, risk management, and compliance with contractual, regulatory, and technical standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Execution
• Define project scope, deliverables, and success metrics in line with business and contractual objectives.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Lead project initiation/kick-off meetings, ensuring all stakeholders understand objectives and timelines.
• Stakeholder & Client Management
• Act as the primary interface with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
• Conduct regular review meetings with banks, government agencies, and technology partners.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure adherence to quality and compliance requirements.
• Technical Oversight
• Oversee deployment and integration of ABIS/AFIS solutions with core banking, national ID registries, and other related platforms.
• Ensure biometric solutions meet performance benchmarks, interoperability standards, and data protection regulations.
• Collaborate with solution architects, engineers, and vendors to validate system design and deployment strategies.
• Risk & Issue Management
• Identify and proactively mitigate risks related to technology, data security, and project timelines.
• Maintain risk registers, change control logs, and issue resolution frameworks.
• Financial & Contract Management
• Track project budgets, invoices, and billing milestones.
• Prepare progress updates, executive dashboards, and financial forecasts for senior management.
• Team Leadership & Coordination
• Lead and mentor multi-disciplinary project teams (developers, biometric engineers, QA testers, deployment specialists).
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and delivery excellence.Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• PMP®, PRINCE2®, or equivalent project management certification preferred.

Experience

• 5–10 years of project management experience, with minimum 3–5 years in biometric solutions (ABIS/AFIS, fingerprint, facial, or iris recognition).
• Direct involvement in at least one large-scale ABIS implementation for Banks or National ID projects.
• Proven ability to manage complex government or financial sector projects involving biometric technologies.