Programme Manager: District Development

SUMMARY:
My client is seeking a Programme Manager to manage a portfolio of complex programmes and initiatives that span one or multiple areas of implementation that directly supports the achievement of programme strategic objectives. This is a Fixed Term Contract Appointment ending 31 March 2025)

POSITION INFO:

Expertise & Technical Competencies:

•  A project management qualification and professional accreditation with the Project Management Institute is required. NQF Level 6
• Hands-on experience with Project Management tools
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project and Microsoft Planner
• Minimum 8 years of demonstrated work experience as a Programme Manager or similar role
• 5 – 8 years of post-accreditation experience in a similar job function at a programme level as well as the skills to manage teams of professionals
• Strong understanding government planning cycle and processes
• Demonstrable track record of working with high level government stakeholders
• Good understanding of the PFMA
• Comprehensive knowledge of the complex regulatory environments of municipalities / metros, state-owned enterprises and other government entities in South Africa
• Proven ability to put yourself in the client’s shoes and understand the motivations that underlies behaviors of interest
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex strategic initiatives and projects to successful execution.

• Supply Chain Management and Processes.

• Business Acumen
• Project Management
• Strategic Planning
• Solutions Focused
• Planning and Organising
• Detailed Oriented
• Reporting & Communication
• Presentation Skills

• Strategic Functions
• Programme Management Functions
• Project planning
• Project communication and reporting
• Project contract management
• Project management

• Successful execution of agreed strategic projects, programmes and assigned work amongst others, including a Percentage of performance targets met as per business plan
• Quality of delivery of projects
• Appropriate facilities and logistics are in place for the District Development Hubs.
• Quality of presentations and reports.
• Clean audit

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