Project Program Officer job at NFT Consult LTD

About the Organization

NFT Consult is a business process outsourcing firm with offices in Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Zambia, Burundi, South Sudan and UK.

We are an ISO 9001:2015 accredited Human Resource Management firm offering Recruitment, Manpower Outsourcing, Payroll and Provision of IT Enabled HR Solutions. We specialise in the Oil & Gas, Telcoms, IT and Financial Sectors and are located in Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Burundi, Zambia and South Sudan. Through the partnerships we have developed with our clients and firms offering similar services we are able to extend our services throughout Africa. We are committed to making a difference in our community through the relevant solutions we offer.

Job Description

NFT Consult LTD is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Project Program Officer to support the successful implementation of projects. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, ability to work under pressure, and strong project management skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

Product Strategy and Planning:
Develop and execute product strategies that align with company goals and market opportunities.
Conduct market research to identify customer needs, market trends, and competitive landscape.
Define product vision, roadmap, and lifecycle, ensuring products meet customer and business requirements.
Product Development and Management:
Lead the development and launch of new products and services.
Collaborate with engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams to ensure successful product development and launch.

Manage product performance, gather customer feedback, and implement continuous improvements.
Market Analysis and Positioning:
Analyze market trends, customer feedback, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and threats.
Develop pricing strategies, positioning, and messaging to differentiate products in the market.
Create and maintain product documentation, including specifications, user guides, and training materials.
Stakeholder Management:
Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, partners, and senior management, to gather requirements and communicate product updates.
Act as the product ambassador, promoting products internally and externally.

Qualification, Experiences and Competencies

Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
MBA (Master of Business Administration) or a related advanced degree.
Significant experience in product management, preferably in a similar industry.
Proven track record of successful product development and launch.
Experience working in diverse market environments, preferably including emerging markets like Uganda.
develop and execute comprehensive product strategies.
Skills in conducting market research to understand customer needs and market trends.
Experience leading product development and launch processes.
Collaborative skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, marketing, and sales.
Analytical skills to evaluate market trends, customer feedback, and competitive landscape.