Project Manager (IT) – Bank of Ceylon Colombo 01

Key responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end IT project execution, ensuring alignment with banking regulations, risk frameworks and strategic business goals.  
• Define project scope, objectives and success metrics in collaboration with senior management, business units and regulatory stakeholders.  
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, risk assessments and compliance checkpoints.  
• Ensure effective communication and reporting across project teams, business stakeholders and regulatory bodies.  
• Estimate and secure required resources, coordinating with internal teams and external vendors, while adhering to procurement and compliance standards.
• Delegate responsibilities and monitor performance, promoting accountability and ensuring teams deliver secure and compliant solutions.  
• Identify, assess and manage risks, proactively addressing issues and implementing contingency plans to minimize impact on operations or compliance.  
• Track progress against milestones, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality outputs that meet security and regulatory requirements.  
• Conduct post-implementation reviews, documenting lessons learned and driving continuous improvement for future IT initiatives.  
• Support organizational priorities by executing additional tasks as assigned by leadership, contributing to the bank’s digital transformation and regulatory readiness. 

Educational and Professional Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field from a UGC recognized institution/university 
• OR 
• MBA or MSc with project management as a subject from a UGC recognized institution/university 
• AND  
• Possession of one of the following Project Management qualifications : 

     PMP/ PRINCE II/Agile or SCRUM Certified  

• ITIL Foundation Certificate will be an added advantage

Experience:

• Should have a minimum of five (05) years of experience as a Project Manager or similar position in a reputed institution

Other Attributes:

• Should be a citizen of Sri Lanka
• Strong familiarity with project management software, such as Microsoft Project Management Professional  
• Demonstrated experience in personnel management

Salary Scale:

• An attractive remuneration package will be offered based on the market rates and the candidate’s profile.

Age Limit: 

• 45 years or below as at the closing date (i.e. date of birth should be on or after 23.08.1980).

General:

• Fixed Term Contract for 03 years; the performance will be reviewed annually.

Method of Recruitment:

• Shortlisted candidates based on the above eligibility criteria will be selected through an interview process.