Identity Solutions Architect

24 hours ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya CompuLynx Full time 2,000,000 - 2,500,000 per year

Job Purpose

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

· –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.

Skills & Competencies

· Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills with senior stakeholders.

· Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Jira, Trello, etc.).

· Knowledge of biometric modalities, matching algorithms, global standards, certifications, and system integration requirements.

· Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

· Delivery of biometric projects on time, within scope, and budget.

· Client satisfaction scores and stakeholder engagement.

· Compliance with project governance, technical, and regulatory standards.

· Reduced post-deployment escalations and system downtime.

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