My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for Project Manager to join them
Facilitate process for Business Case development and approval
Ensure alignment between approved Business Case & project delivery
Define & manage the project in accordance with the PM methodology, governance & standards
Accountable for resource contracting and optimal utilisation
Effective Risk, Issue, Actions, Budget & Dependency management
Smooth transition from project implementation to ongoing BAU Support & Maintenance
Accountable for procurement process, vendor contracting & delivery management in accordance to contractual agreements
Effective utilization of project management forums for reporting, escalation & decision making (Project-, Steercom- & Investment committee meetings)
Facilitate prioritization process of scope items across multiple business entities based on:
Available capacity
Budget availability
Expected business benefit realisation
Formalise Change Management (scope, budget, timeline)
Stakeholder management - establish and maintain professional relationships with all stakeholders
Grade 12
Relevant IT or Project Management qualification.
> 8 years of experience in managing multi-million rand projects or programs reporting into CIO's
Applicable experience in managing outsourced application development projects in a multi-vendor environment
Proven performance record in managing Financial/Life Insurance related application development projects
Solid experience in Business Case Development and estimations
Solid experience in applying the Agile methodology
Relevant experience in package implementation & systems integration projects will be a strong recommendation
Project Management Knowledge w.r.t.:
Principles of Project Management
Project Management methodologies
Project Life Cycle
Project Management Tools
Project Planning and Control techniques
Good understanding of IT development and SDLC processes
Resource Management
Financial Management
Business Case Development
Sound understanding of the RFP/RFI process
Contract & Vendor Management
Results Driven - Ability to deliver results in a matrix managed environment by gaining the confidence and trust of the various stakeholders
Leadership - the ability to motivate and lead a multi-skilled team
Analytical thinking
Influencing skills
Proactive planning & influencing
Relationship building & Communication skills
Conflict handling
Facilitation skills
Passion for problem solving & issue resolution
