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PASSENGER RAIL AGENCY OF SOUTH AFRICA (PRASA) VACANCIES
PASSENGER RAIL AGENCY OF SOUTH AFRICA (PRASA)
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL
JOB TITLE: ICT Programme Manager (12 Months FTCW)
SALARY GROUP: Senior Management
LOCATION: PRASA Corporate
DEPARTMENT: Group ICT
POST NUMBER: TBA
REFERENCE: R&S/PM/ICT/274
DEPARTMENTAL MISSION: To lead and manage ICT programmes.
OUTPUTS:
Development of ICT governance framework
• Develop/establish and implement ICT Project Management policies, processes, standard methodologies, standards, practices, and procedures.
• Ensure:
Oversee ICT Projects
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for project evaluation.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of all projects.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance project delivery.
Monitor project progress and ensure projects are on track and within scope.
• Assess project performance and implement adjustments.
• Evaluate financial aspects of projects, including return on investment and budget management.
• Manage risks on the overarching project portfolio and individual approved projects.
• Implement best practices to ensure that the organization derives optimum value and benefit realization throughout the programme lifecycle.
Management of resources
• Optimize resource allocation based on project priorities.
• Allocate and manage resources to ensure successful project execution.
• Lead and mentor a team of Project Managers and Administrators.
• Provide guidance, support, and training to team members.
• Manage vendors/suppliers’ relationships to ensure they meet their obligations.
• Manage human and physical resources in line with the organizational policies, processes, and procedures.
Reporting
• Report on project status and performance.
• Communicate project updates and key metrics to relevant stakeholders.
KNOWLEDGE:
• Project management methodologies, tools, and best practices
• Business acumen
• Prince 2/PMBOK knowledge
• MS Project
• Financial, human, and supply chain management practices and processes
SKILLS:
• Management
• Interpersonal
• Communication
• Analytical
• Problem-solving
ATTITUDES:
• Detail oriented
• Customer-centric
• Tact and diplomacy
• Result oriented
CAPABILITIES:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology/ BSC Information Systems or Engineering Technology Management or Computer Science (NQF 7)
ADDED ADVANTAGE:
• Certification in Project Management
EXPERIENCE
• 10 years’ ICT project management experience (managing multiple projects and third-party vendors on technologically complex enterprise solutions) of which a minimum of 4 years should be at the management level
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL
JOB TITLE: ICT Programme Manager (12 Months FTCW)
SALARY GROUP: Senior Management
LOCATION: PRASA Corporate
DEPARTMENT: Group ICT
POST NUMBER: TBA
REFERENCE: R&S/PM/ICT/274
DEPARTMENTAL MISSION: To lead and manage ICT programmes.
OUTPUTS:
Development of ICT governance framework
• Develop/establish and implement ICT Project Management policies, processes, standard methodologies, standards, practices, and procedures.
• Ensure:
- consistency and compliance in ICT project management.
- that audit recommendations are timeously addressed.
- the implementation of project processes, controls, templates, etc.
Oversee ICT Projects
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for project evaluation.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of all projects.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance project delivery.
Monitor project progress and ensure projects are on track and within scope.
• Assess project performance and implement adjustments.
• Evaluate financial aspects of projects, including return on investment and budget management.
• Manage risks on the overarching project portfolio and individual approved projects.
• Implement best practices to ensure that the organization derives optimum value and benefit realization throughout the programme lifecycle.
Management of resources
• Optimize resource allocation based on project priorities.
• Allocate and manage resources to ensure successful project execution.
• Lead and mentor a team of Project Managers and Administrators.
• Provide guidance, support, and training to team members.
• Manage vendors/suppliers’ relationships to ensure they meet their obligations.
• Manage human and physical resources in line with the organizational policies, processes, and procedures.
Reporting
• Report on project status and performance.
• Communicate project updates and key metrics to relevant stakeholders.
KNOWLEDGE:
• Project management methodologies, tools, and best practices
• Business acumen
• Prince 2/PMBOK knowledge
• MS Project
• Financial, human, and supply chain management practices and processes
SKILLS:
• Management
• Interpersonal
• Communication
• Analytical
• Problem-solving
ATTITUDES:
• Detail oriented
• Customer-centric
• Tact and diplomacy
• Result oriented
CAPABILITIES:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology/ BSC Information Systems or Engineering Technology Management or Computer Science (NQF 7)
ADDED ADVANTAGE:
• Certification in Project Management
EXPERIENCE
• 10 years’ ICT project management experience (managing multiple projects and third-party vendors on technologically complex enterprise solutions) of which a minimum of 4 years should be at the management level
Please apply by completing an internal application form and submitting this together with your complete CV to: Manager: Recruitment & Selection: PRASA, Private Bag X101, Braamfontein, 2017, Or 1st Floor, PRASA Umjantshi House, 30 Wolmarans Street, Braamfontein.
For the attention of: Katleho Musa or e-mail kmusa@prasa.com
CLOSING DATE: 23rd January 2024
Should you not hear from us within three (3) months from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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ISSUED BY SENIOR MANAGER RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION
As per PRASA Employment Equity Plan, this position is earmarked as follows:
MALE: African, Indian, Coloured, White
FEMALE: African, Indian, Coloured, White