Job Description
Company Overview
Xcentrique Media is a Growth Architecture company based in Lagos, Nigeria. We design the systems, structures, and strategies that turn brands into sustained revenue-generating giants.
Founded in 2019, we were built on a single conviction: that African brands deserve the same level of strategic thinking and creative excellence that the world’s best brands take for granted. Seven years later, that conviction has evolved into a proven track record of helping brands grow, scale, and perform commercially.
We work with companies at every stage of their growth journey, from startups building their first identity to established institutions that have outgrown the brands they started with.
Our work goes beyond marketing and communications. We define what growth should look like for each client, then design and implement the systems that translate that strategy into measurable outcomes, stronger positioning, increased adoption, and consistent revenue growth.
Role Summary
We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Project Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and successful delivery of multiple client and internal projects across the company.
The ideal candidate will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage project timelines, monitor deliverables, facilitate stakeholder communication, identify risks before they become problems, and ensure every project is delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards.
This role requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced agency environment, enjoys solving complex problems, and can balance multiple priorities without compromising quality.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning & Execution
Lead projects from initiation through successful completion.
Develop detailed project plans, timelines, work breakdown structures, and execution roadmaps.
Define project objectives, deliverables, milestones, and success metrics.
Ensure projects remain on schedule, within scope, and aligned with client expectations.
Team Coordination
Coordinate work across Strategy, Creative, Content, Design, Social Media, Operations, and external vendors.
Assign tasks, monitor progress, and follow up on outstanding deliverables.
Facilitate daily or weekly project check-ins and status meetings.
Remove blockers that may delay project execution.
Client & Stakeholder Management
Serve as a primary point of contact for clients during project execution.
Communicate project updates, timelines, risks, and progress proactively.
Build strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Manage client expectations while maintaining delivery excellence.
Delivery & Quality Assurance
Review project deliverables to ensure they meet agreed quality standards.
Monitor project performance against timelines and key deliverables.
Ensure proper documentation and approvals throughout the project lifecycle.
Conduct project close-outs and post-project reviews to identify lessons learned.
Risk & Resource Management
Identify project risks early and implement mitigation plans.
Monitor resource allocation across multiple projects.
Escalate issues requiring leadership intervention promptly.
Track project budgets where applicable.
Process Improvement
Maintain project documentation, trackers, and reporting dashboards.
Improve workflows and project management processes.
Promote best practices for project execution across the organization.
Support the implementation of operational systems that improve efficiency and accountability.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Success in this role will be measured by:
On-time project delivery
Client satisfaction
Percentage of projects delivered within scope
Team adherence to project timelines
Reduction in project delays and bottlenecks
Quality of project documentation
Stakeholder communication effectiveness
Project profitability (where applicable)
Qualifications Required
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Marketing, Communications, or a related discipline.
3–5 years of experience managing projects, preferably within a marketing, branding, creative agency, or consulting environment.
Strong understanding of project management methodologies.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
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