Mid-Senior IT Project Manager (CPT)

Recruiter:

Datafin IT Recruitment

Job Ref:

622917469

Date posted:

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:
ENVIRONMENT: A highly analytical & solutions-driven Mid-Senior IT Project Manager with 6 years’ experience in an Enterprise IT environment is wanted by a dynamic Education Specialist to join its team. You will be responsible for the full project lifecycle — initiation, planning, design, execution, monitoring & control, and closure — of Technology Services projects. The role exists to enable and support the College's strategic objectives through disciplined and effective project management. The successful incumbent must possess a Bachelor's Degree (NQF 7), preferably in Information Systems or Business Studies; OR NQF 6 qualification with at least 6 years' relevant IT Project Management experience. You will also require a proven track record managing third-party technology partners and service providers and have a strong proficiency in PMBOK, Agile (SAFe) and SDLC methodologies. DUTIES: Develop project charters, plans, budgets and cashflow forecasts. Manage and report on expenditure against approved budgets. Lead and motivate Virtual Project teams comprising technical and non-technical stakeholders. Facilitate organisational Change Management plans for strategic\/high-impact projects. Manage third-party vendors, technology partners and service providers. Prepare and present status reports to relevant stakeholders. Ensure effective risk identification, assessment, and mitigation. Contribute to continuous improvement of project management frameworks. REQUIREMENTS: Qualifications – Bachelor's Degree (NQF 7), preferably in Information Systems or Business Studies; OR NQF 6 qualification with at least 6 years' relevant IT Project Management experience. Post-graduate Diploma or formal certification in Project Management at practitioner level (highly desirable). PMI Membership recommended. Experience\/Skills – Minimum 6 years' IT project management experience in an Enterprise (large\/complex) IT environment. Proven track record managing both hardware\/infrastructure and systems-related projects with budgets of at least R2 million. At least 6 years' experience managing teams of 5 or more people. Proven track record managing third-party technology partners and service providers. Strong proficiency in PMBOK, Agile (SAFe) and SDLC methodologies. Excellent planning, organising, coordination and stakeholder communication skills. Strong analytical, numerical and facilitation skills. Ability to work effectively within project governance structures. Ability to deliver results in dynamic, fluid environments. ATTRIBUTES: Integrity and sound financial stewardship. Analytical thinking and creative problem solving. Strong individual leadership and decision-making. Results-focused and professionally knowledgeable.

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