PROJECT MANAGER CAPE TOWN Ref: FHO-PROJMAN-001 Please note only applications reflecting the reference number (above) will be considered. The DA wishes to appoint a dynamic, self-motivated and goal-driven individual in our unit responsible for Leadership Development, International Office and Stakeholder Relations. The successful candidate will be based at our Federal Head Office in Cape Town and will report to the department head. The successful candidate will be responsible for: Effectively project managing departmental programmes In consultation with the Head of Department, administering the department's activities, programmes of action and team deliverables Developing detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation Assisting with administrative tasks, logistical support, and meeting preparation Providing support and administration for effective integration with departments within the directorate and other departments Planning and organising training workshops Ensuring effective communication between the department and all its stakeholders Ensuring effective record-keeping and reporting of department activities Responding to internal and external queries Prospective applicants must meet the following requirements: National Senior Certificate or equivalent Diploma or undergraduate degree; ideally in public administration, project management, business administration, public relations, or a related field, advantageous Relevant staff management experience, including on project basis or completion of the Partys Future Managers Programme (applicable to internal candidates) 1 years experience in an administrative role 2 years experience in project management Computer literacy, particularly MS Office Suite Knowledge of liberal philosophy Familiarity with email and scheduling software Excellent written and oral communication skills Excellent organisational abilities Excellent administrative skills Systematic, comprehensive and displaying excellent attention to detail Ability to manage multiple tasks with competing levels of priority Outcomes-orientated, not simply task-orientated Commitment to the principles, policies and programme of action of the Democratic Alliance Willingness to go the extra mile, which include working long and irregular hours, weekends, and public holidays where necessary Applicants MUST be in possession of a valid drivers licence and have access to an insured vehicle for occasional use Should you meet the above requirements and be interested, kindly forward the following to Applications, Democratic Alliance, Federal Head Office, PO Box 1475, Cape Town, 8000. Tel No: (021) 4651 431, Fax No: 086 4615 105 or e-mail: applicationsda.org.za. Completed application form (To download the form, please copy the following link to your internet browser: https://bit.ly/DA_Application_Form) Copy of your matric certificate (a subject certificate or statement of results will not be sufficient) Copy of your relevant qualification, if applicable Copy of your ID CV 1 page cover letter motivating why you would be a good fit for this role and why you wish to be employed by the DA To apply online please visit our website: (To open this link, please copy the following link to your internet browser: https://www.da.org.za/get-involved/jobs-at-the-da ) Kindly note the following: Any application received without the required documentation will not be considered Correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates. Should you not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date please consider your application unsuccessful We reserve the right not to make any appointments The Party will not require applicants to pay any amount or undergo any health-related tests to be shortlisted Closing date: 06 December 2024