Program Management – Mobility Business at Access Bank

Access Bank Plc is a full service commercial Bank operating through a network of about 366 branches and service outlets located in major centres across Nigeria, Sub Saharan Africa and the United Kingdom. Listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange in 1998, the Bank serves its various markets through 4 business segments: Personal, Business, Commercial and Corporate & Investment banking. The Bank has over 830,000 shareholders including several Nigerian and International Institutional Investors and has enjoyed what is arguably Africa's most successful banking growth trajectory in the last ten years ranking amongst Africa's top 20 banks by total assets and capital in 2011. As part of its continued growth strategy, Access Bank is focused on mainstreaming sustainable business practices into its operations. The Bank strives to deliver sustainable economic growth that is profitable, environmentally responsible and socially relevant.

The Program Management role is responsible for supporting the design, execution, and monitoring of business transformation programs. This includes identifying risks, streamlining processes, ensuring operational excellence, and providing insights that enable effective decision-making. This role requires strong program management, stakeholder engagement, and analytical skills to ensure successful delivery of initiatives that enhance business performance.

Responsibilities

Support the planning, execution, and monitoring of business transformation initiatives in the mobility sector
Ensure programs are aligned with strategic objectives and executed within timelines and budget
Identify inefficiencies in business processes and propose mitigation strategies for improvement
Collaborate with business units to develop tools and solutions that improve efficiency and operational excellence
Monitor and report program risks, ensuring compliance with regulatory and organizational standards
Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and maintain effective communication with stakeholders
Provide regular reports, recommendations, and insights to leadership to guide decision-making
Assess program performance against metrics such as budget adherence, milestone achievement, and risk management
Support team coordination, talent development, and performance management within the program structure

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related discipline
Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, Agile) is highly desirable
Strong understanding of program/project management methodologies and best practices
5-10+ years of progressive experience in program management, business intelligence, product development, or strategic planning (experience in multinational or FMCG environments is an advantage)
Strong financial analysis, interpretation, and reporting skills
Excellent relationship management, communication, and negotiation skills
Demonstrated ability to work in cross-functional teams, take initiative, and drive results

Benefits

Opportunity to shape and drive strategic transformation initiatives in the mobility sector
Exposure to high-impact projects and cross-functional collaboration
A dynamic and supportive environment that values innovation, entrepreneurship, and ownership
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
Career development opportunities with the potential for progression into leadership roles based on performance