We are looking Intermediate/Senior Project Manager who will be part of a team of project managers who are all responsible for the management of Business and IT projects, ensuring on time quality delivery according to agreed business requirements and parameters. Key outcomesThe following outcomes will be expected to be achieved by the Intermediate/Senior Project Manager:
Management and administration of IT and Business projects with respect to scope, time lines, resourcing and risks to ensure delivery according to agreed project parametersCommunication of strategic vision, business benefits and value to be gained by achieving the project objectives to project team members and beyond project team, including reporting of project status and risks to all stakeholdersSetting and management of expectations relating to projectsBuilding and managing relationships with project stakeholders, including internal and external clients, to ensure operational service delivery is maintained and business impact minimisedPlanning, co-ordination and facilitation of project work according to agreed prioritiesManagement of project delivery, progress tracking, project risks and issues managementManagement of changes to the agreed project scope and/or time line to preserve business commitments and re-alignment of project objectives with regards to scope and time line in the event of changeQualifications and experience· Minimum of 5 years experience in Project Management with ability to apply any methodology or tool suited to the context and nature of the project and environment· At least 10 years experience within a financial services company within an IT development environment, that follows agile principles will be an advantage· Relevant tertiary qualifications within the field of Project Management, such as PM Diploma, PM degree,· PRINCE2 qualification or PMP, will be an advantage· Knowledge of and competent in applying project management principles· Knowledge of business products and processes and systems development life cycles CompetenciesProficiency in organising, co-ordinating and collaborating across diverse teams and perspectivesProblem-solving thinking skillsPerformance driven and results orientedCommunication skills and well versed in verbal and writing abilitiesWork equally well independently and as part of a teamContributing to team successClient service orientedInfluencing and gaining commitmentNegotiating skillsAdaptabilityAttributesHonesty, integrity and respectPositive enthusiastic can do attitudeTeamingPersistence and resilienceDriven to perform under pressure