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VACANCY
POSITION NUMBER : 60055484
JOB TITLE AND LEVEL : PROJECT MANAGER (D2)
REPORTS TO : HEAD PROJECT EXECUTION
LOCATION : HEAD OFFICE - PRETORIA
POSITION STATUS : PERMANENT
Purpose of the Job
Reports to the Head Project Execution. Is responsible for specific project(s) within allocated functional area(s). Manages entire project management process from initiation to project close out phase. Ensures effective management of the project team. Leads and manages project deliverables within approved timelines and budget. Is responsible to ensure proper plans are in place to drive delivery of quality work. The Project Manager is responsible for ensuring effective stakeholder identification, management and engagement within approved governance structure. Must ensure effective project risk management and mitigation system and plans are in place. Project management of assigned the planning and delivery of project/s within the Postbank environment within time lines, budget and quality standards within the project sphere including relevant tools, techniques, policy, methodology, process and guidelines. The Project manager will ensure project tracking and monitoring tools and systems are in place to enable value-added reporting.
Job Responsibilities
Stakeholder Management and Engagement
- Manage relationships with all stakeholders of the projects
- Ensure stakeholders are kept up to date with all key aspects of the project including, performance progress, budget, risks, resources requirements and projects schedules.
Leads and manages execution of projects ensuring effective delivery of expected outcomes within agreed timelines.
Ensures project charter, project scope, goals deliverables and key measurements are in place and agreed with project sponsors and line manager.
Effective management of project resources, professionals ensuring there role clarity and understanding of expected outcomes.
Efficient management of budget and risk
Coordinating with cross-discipline team members to make sure that all parties are on track with project requirements, deadlines, and schedules.
Establish deadlines, monitors and reports on project progress, problems and solutions
Lead quality assurance
Confirm project deliverables and ensuring that they adhere to quality standards
Implement and manage change when necessary to meet project outputs
Conduct performance evaluation and assess result of the project
Ensures governance structure is in place and prepares reports governance documentation to ensure tracking of project
Ensure delivery of project is aligned to Postbank accepted project management methodologies
Ensure the efficient management and control of functions/resources in accordance with the stipulations of the PFMA, fraud prevention and risk management principles, corporate governance, legislation, company policies, processes, regulations, Delegation of Authority, etc.
Qualifications and Experience
NQF level 7 qualification or Honours degree in Project Management
PMP or equivalent project management qualification association membership
Minimum of 5 years’ experience, demonstrable experience of successful project and portfolio management.
Experience in management of IT and related projects
Financial/banking sector experience
Budget management experience
Ability to complete projects in a timely manner
Knowledge and understanding of:
Knowledge and good understanding of IT functional area and /or environment
Project Management knowledge areas according to the International Standards i.e. PMBOK, Prince2
Working knowledge of applicable legislation e.g. PFMA
Sound knowledge of Project Management Tools
Skills and attributes
Advanced Project Management, People management, Excellent communication skills, Problem-solving skills, Leadership skills, Project planning, Risk management, Time management, Change management, Contract negotiation, Conflict resolution experience, Analytical Thinking, Business Acumen, Knowledge Management
Decision making, Process management, Flexibility, Collaborative, Professionalism, Efficiency, Confidentiality, High ethical standards, Self-starter, Integrity, Honesty, Matured.
VACANCY
POSITION NUMBER : 60055484
JOB TITLE AND LEVEL : PROJECT MANAGER (D2)
REPORTS TO : HEAD PROJECT EXECUTION
LOCATION : HEAD OFFICE - PRETORIA
POSITION STATUS : PERMANENT
Purpose of the Job
Reports to the Head Project Execution. Is responsible for specific project(s) within allocated functional area(s). Manages entire project management process from initiation to project close out phase. Ensures effective management of the project team. Leads and manages project deliverables within approved timelines and budget. Is responsible to ensure proper plans are in place to drive delivery of quality work. The Project Manager is responsible for ensuring effective stakeholder identification, management and engagement within approved governance structure. Must ensure effective project risk management and mitigation system and plans are in place. Project management of assigned the planning and delivery of project/s within the Postbank environment within time lines, budget and quality standards within the project sphere including relevant tools, techniques, policy, methodology, process and guidelines. The Project manager will ensure project tracking and monitoring tools and systems are in place to enable value-added reporting.
Job Responsibilities
Stakeholder Management and Engagement
- Manage relationships with all stakeholders of the projects
- Ensure stakeholders are kept up to date with all key aspects of the project including, performance progress, budget, risks, resources requirements and projects schedules.
Leads and manages execution of projects ensuring effective delivery of expected outcomes within agreed timelines.
Ensures project charter, project scope, goals deliverables and key measurements are in place and agreed with project sponsors and line manager.
Effective management of project resources, professionals ensuring there role clarity and understanding of expected outcomes.
Efficient management of budget and risk
Coordinating with cross-discipline team members to make sure that all parties are on track with project requirements, deadlines, and schedules.
Establish deadlines, monitors and reports on project progress, problems and solutions
Lead quality assurance
Confirm project deliverables and ensuring that they adhere to quality standards
Implement and manage change when necessary to meet project outputs
Conduct performance evaluation and assess result of the project
Ensures governance structure is in place and prepares reports governance documentation to ensure tracking of project
Ensure delivery of project is aligned to Postbank accepted project management methodologies
Ensure the efficient management and control of functions/resources in accordance with the stipulations of the PFMA, fraud prevention and risk management principles, corporate governance, legislation, company policies, processes, regulations, Delegation of Authority, etc.
Qualifications and Experience
NQF level 7 qualification or Honours degree in Project Management
PMP or equivalent project management qualification association membership
Minimum of 5 years’ experience, demonstrable experience of successful project and portfolio management.
Experience in management of IT and related projects
Financial/banking sector experience
Budget management experience
Ability to complete projects in a timely manner
Knowledge and understanding of:
Knowledge and good understanding of IT functional area and /or environment
Project Management knowledge areas according to the International Standards i.e. PMBOK, Prince2
Working knowledge of applicable legislation e.g. PFMA
Sound knowledge of Project Management Tools
Skills and attributes
Advanced Project Management, People management, Excellent communication skills, Problem-solving skills, Leadership skills, Project planning, Risk management, Time management, Change management, Contract negotiation, Conflict resolution experience, Analytical Thinking, Business Acumen, Knowledge Management
Decision making, Process management, Flexibility, Collaborative, Professionalism, Efficiency, Confidentiality, High ethical standards, Self-starter, Integrity, Honesty, Matured.
How to Apply
If you wish to apply and meet the requirements, please forward your Curriculum Vitae (CV) to RecruitmentZM@Postbank.co.za.
Please indicate in the subject line the position you are applying for.
Closing Date: 15 September 2023
Disclaimers
The South African Postbank SOC Limited is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment, especially with regard to race, gender and disability. In compliance with the banks employment equity plans, first preference will be given to candidates from designated groups. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only.
If you do not hear from the South African Postbank SOC Limited or its Agent within 3 months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The South African Postbank SOC Limited reserves the right not to fill the positions or to re-advertise the positions at any time.
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