IT Project Manager (PMBOK, Prince2, Agile) - Centurion

SUMMARY:
To plan, execute, and deliver IT or related projects within defined timelines, budget, and scope. This includes securing and coordinating resources, guiding team members and their efforts, and collaborating with third‑party contractors or consultants to ensure projects are delivered in accordance with the project plan and strategic objectives. The Project Manager will also define the project’s objectives and oversee quality control throughout its lifecycle.

POSITION INFO:
B Degree / B Tech (Relevant)
Certification in Project Management Methodologies — PMBOK, Prince2, Agile or other equivalent.
Minimum of 6 years’ relevant work experience, including at least 3 years at a junior management level.

Project Planning and Initiation
Project Charter Development: Define project scope, objectives, and stakeholders.
Stakeholder Identification and Analysis: Identify, analyse, and document stakeholder expectations and needs.
Project Scheduling: Develop a detailed project schedule, including timelines and milestones.
Budget Planning: Establish a comprehensive project budget, including resource allocation and cost breakdown.
Resource Allocation: Identify, acquire, and allocate necessary resources, including team members and vendors.
Risk Management Planning: Identify, assess, and mitigate potential project risks.
Quality Planning: Define quality objectives, standards, and procedures for the project.

Project Execution and Delivery
Project Schedule Management: Monitor and control project timelines, identifying and addressing deviations.
Budget Management: Track and manage project expenses, ensuring alignment with budget and payment schedule.
Quality Assurance: Implement quality control measures, ensuring deliverables meet standards.
Team Management: Lead and direct project team members, ensuring effective collaboration
Stakeholder Communication: Inform and engage stakeholders, addressing concerns and expectations.

Governance
Follow the approved project governance framework, including reporting requirements and decision‑making processes.
Contribute to the project steering committee terms of reference.
Make presentations to the project steering committee.
Provide input into project reporting to Exco and Subcommittees.
Oversee project administration.

Stakeholder Management and Engagements
Project‑Level Interaction: Liaise with business users, technical teams, and vendors on day‑to‑day project activities.
Change Management and Adoption: Oversee initiatives, processes, including awareness sessions/campaigns, training, and end‑user assistance.
Feedback & Issue Communication: Communicate project challenges, dependencies, and progress to stakeholders and escalate as required.
Collaboration with Programme Manager: Align stakeholder updates with programme‑level communication strategies and forums.
Meeting Coordination: Prepare agendas, minutes, and updates for project‑specific meetings and working groups.