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ThinkX Software

Software Project Manager

ThinkX Software

Uganda Full time IT & Software
Posted: Aug 10, 2026 1 month ago Deadline: Aug 15, 2026 (Expired) 20 views

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Software Project Manager / Delivery Manager – ThinkX Software

Job Title: Software Project Manager / Delivery Manager
Company: ThinkX Software Ltd
Industry: IT / Technology
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Naalya, Kira Municipality, Uganda
Experience: 2+ years
Application Deadline: 15 August 2026
Job Summary
ThinkX Software Ltd is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and results-driven Software Project Manager / Delivery Manager to coordinate software projects, client customizations, development activities, testing, deployments, and client acceptance.
The successful candidate will serve as the link between clients, developers, technical teams, and management, ensuring that project requirements are clearly understood, tasks are properly assigned, deadlines are monitored, and software solutions are delivered on time.
This is an excellent opportunity for professionals with experience in software project management, IT coordination, product operations, software delivery, or technology project management.
About the Role
The Software Project Manager / Delivery Manager will take ownership of the project delivery process from requirements gathering through development, testing, deployment, and client acceptance.
The position requires someone who can manage multiple projects simultaneously, follow up consistently with technical teams, identify risks early, communicate effectively with clients, and maintain accurate project documentation.
The role is based in Naalya, Kira Municipality, Uganda.
Key Responsibilities
1. Software Project Coordination
  • Coordinate multiple software projects and client customizations.
  • Monitor project activities from initiation through completion.
  • Ensure project activities remain aligned with agreed requirements and timelines.
  • Coordinate developers, testers, clients, and other stakeholders.
  • Track project milestones and deliverables.
  • Ensure projects progress according to agreed schedules.
2. Requirements Gathering and Documentation
  • Capture and document client requirements accurately.
  • Clarify requirements with clients and technical teams.
  • Translate client needs into clear tasks and project requirements.
  • Maintain updated project documentation.
  • Ensure agreed requirements are communicated to the relevant development teams.
3. Task and Deadline Management
  • Plan, assign, and track project tasks.
  • Monitor deadlines, priorities, and deliverables.
  • Follow up with developers and other team members on outstanding tasks.
  • Identify delays and take appropriate action.
  • Ensure team members understand their responsibilities and timelines.
4. Developer and Technical Team Coordination
The Delivery Manager will work closely with developers and technical teams to keep projects moving.
Responsibilities include:
  • Follow up on development tasks.
  • Identify and help remove project blockers.
  • Coordinate communication between technical teams and clients.
  • Monitor development progress.
  • Escalate technical or operational issues when necessary.
  • Ensure developers have the information required to complete assigned tasks.
5. Testing, UAT and Deployment
  • Coordinate software testing activities.
  • Organize and monitor User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
  • Communicate identified issues to development teams.
  • Follow up on bug fixes and outstanding issues.
  • Coordinate deployment activities.
  • Ensure client acceptance is obtained after successful delivery.
6. Client Communication and Relationship Management
  • Communicate regularly with clients regarding project progress.
  • Provide clear updates on completed, ongoing, and outstanding activities.
  • Respond to client questions and concerns.
  • Manage expectations regarding timelines and deliverables.
  • Ensure client requirements are properly communicated to internal teams.
  • Maintain professional relationships with clients throughout the project lifecycle.
7. Project Monitoring and Reporting
  • Track project progress against agreed timelines.
  • Prepare regular project status reports.
  • Maintain accurate records of project activities.
  • Monitor outstanding tasks and deliverables.
  • Report delays, risks, issues, and scope changes.
  • Keep management informed about project performance.
8. Risk and Issue Management
  • Identify project risks and potential delays at an early stage.
  • Monitor project issues and blockers.
  • Escalate significant risks to the appropriate stakeholders.
  • Track corrective actions.
  • Monitor scope changes and their potential effect on project timelines and resources.
9. Process Improvement
  • Help improve software delivery processes.
  • Identify inefficiencies in project coordination.
  • Recommend ways to improve team productivity.
  • Support better communication between technical and non-technical teams.
  • Contribute to the development of standardized project management practices.
Qualifications and Experience
Education
Applicants should have a:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
Professional Experience
  • At least 2 years of experience in project management, software delivery, product operations, IT coordination, or a similar role.
  • Experience working directly with software development teams is highly preferred.
  • Previous experience coordinating multiple projects is an advantage.
Project Management Tools
Experience using project management and collaboration tools will be an advantage, including:
  • Jira
  • Trello
  • ClickUp
  • Asana
  • Monday.com
  • Similar project management platforms
Candidates should be comfortable using digital tools to assign tasks, monitor deadlines, track project progress, and communicate with team members.
Required Skills and Competencies
Organization and Planning
The candidate should be highly organized and capable of managing multiple projects, priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders simultaneously.
Communication Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential because the position requires frequent interaction with clients, developers, management, and other stakeholders.
Follow-Up Skills
The role requires consistent follow-up with developers and project stakeholders to ensure that assigned tasks are completed on time.
Problem-Solving
The successful candidate should be able to identify project problems early, investigate possible solutions, and coordinate appropriate corrective action.
Client Management
Strong client-management skills are required to communicate project updates, manage expectations, clarify requirements, and maintain positive working relationships.
Technical Understanding
The candidate should have a good understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and be comfortable working with developers and technical teams.
Ideal Candidate Profile
ThinkX Software is looking for someone who is:
  • Highly organized
  • Detail-oriented
  • Proactive
  • Deadline-driven
  • Accountable
  • Confident
  • Results-oriented
  • Strong at follow-up
  • A good problem solver
  • Comfortable working with technical teams
  • Skilled in client communication
  • Able to manage multiple projects
  • Strong in documentation and reporting
Understanding the Software Development Lifecycle
Applicants should understand the major stages involved in software delivery, including:
  1. Requirements gathering
  2. Project planning
  3. Development
  4. Testing
  5. User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
  6. Deployment
  7. Client acceptance
  8. Post-deployment support and improvements
A good Project Manager ensures that communication and coordination remain effective throughout these stages.
What the Project Manager Will Do on a Typical Day
A typical day may involve:
  • Reviewing project progress.
  • Checking outstanding developer tasks.
  • Following up on delayed activities.
  • Communicating with clients.
  • Updating project timelines.
  • Reviewing requirements.
  • Coordinating testing and UAT.
  • Tracking bugs and fixes.
  • Updating project management systems.
  • Preparing project reports.
  • Identifying risks and blockers.
  • Coordinating deployment activities.
Career Opportunities
Experience in this position can help professionals develop careers in:
  • Software Project Management
  • IT Project Management
  • Delivery Management
  • Product Management
  • Product Operations
  • IT Operations
  • Technology Consulting
  • Program Management
  • Business Analysis
  • Digital Transformation
Interview Tips for Software Project Manager / Delivery Manager
1. Understand Project Management
Be prepared to explain how you plan, coordinate, monitor, and deliver software projects.
2. Know the SDLC
Review the software development lifecycle and understand what happens during requirements gathering, development, testing, UAT, deployment, and acceptance.
3. Prepare Real Examples
Be ready to discuss projects where you:
  • Managed competing deadlines.
  • Coordinated developers.
  • Resolved a project blocker.
  • Handled a difficult client.
  • Delivered a project on time.
  • Managed changing requirements.
  • Identified and mitigated a project risk.
4. Prepare for Client-Management Questions
You could be asked:
  • How would you handle a client who keeps changing requirements?
  • What would you do if a developer misses an important deadline?
  • How would you communicate a project delay to a client?
  • How do you prioritize multiple projects?
Use practical examples when answering.
5. Demonstrate Organization
Explain how you use tools such as Jira, Trello, ClickUp, Asana, or Monday.com to track tasks, deadlines, priorities, and project progress.
6. Understand UAT
Be prepared to explain how you would coordinate User Acceptance Testing, record issues, communicate bugs to developers, and confirm that requirements have been met.
CV Tips for Software Project Manager Applicants
Your CV should be tailored to emphasize project coordination, software delivery, IT operations, client management, and technical-team coordination.
Highlight Relevant Experience
Focus on experience involving:
  • Software project management
  • IT project coordination
  • Software delivery
  • Requirements gathering
  • Client management
  • Developer coordination
  • UAT
  • Software testing
  • Deployment
  • Project reporting
  • Risk management
  • Task management
  • Agile or other project methodologies
Use Achievement-Based Statements
Instead of simply writing:
"Managed software projects."
Use stronger statements such as:
"Coordinated multiple software development projects from requirements gathering through testing and deployment while monitoring deadlines and client deliverables."
Where possible, include measurable achievements such as the number of projects managed, delivery timelines, team sizes, or improvements achieved.
Highlight Project Management Tools
Clearly mention any relevant tools you have used, such as:
  • Jira
  • Trello
  • ClickUp
  • Asana
  • Monday.com
  • Microsoft Project
  • Confluence
  • Slack or Microsoft Teams
Cover Letter Tips
Your cover letter should clearly explain why you are suitable for the Software Project Manager / Delivery Manager position.
Highlight:
  • Your project management experience.
  • Your software or IT background.
  • Experience working with developers.
  • Client communication skills.
  • Experience managing deadlines and deliverables.
  • Knowledge of the software development lifecycle.
  • Experience with project management tools.
  • Your ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Avoid simply repeating your CV. Instead, demonstrate how your experience matches the responsibilities of the position.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their application to:
Subject: APPLICATION – SOFTWARE PROJECT MANAGER
Location: Naalya, Kira Municipality, Uganda
Application Deadline: 15 August 2026
Applicants should ensure that their CV clearly demonstrates relevant experience in software project management, IT coordination, software delivery, client management, project planning, and technical-team coordination.
Application Deadline / Expiry Date
This job advert expires on 15 August 2026.
Candidates interested in the opportunity should submit their applications before 15 August 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the position located?
The position is based in Naalya, Kira Municipality, Uganda.
What is the job title?
The position is advertised as Software Project Manager / Delivery Manager.
What educational qualification is required?
A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field is required.
How much experience is required?
The position requires at least 2 years of experience in project management, software delivery, product operations, IT coordination, or a similar role.
Is software development experience required?
Experience working with software development teams is highly preferred.
Which project management tools are useful?
Experience with Jira, Trello, ClickUp, Asana, Monday.com, or similar tools is an advantage.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 15 August 2026.
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  • Job Type: Full time
  • Experience Level: Intermediate
  • Education Level: Bachelors
  • Vacancies: 1
  • Category: IT & Software
  • Location: Uganda
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