My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Senior Project Manager to join them on a fixed term contractIT / FinanceResponsibilitiesManage delivery of several concurrent projects of varying size and complexity, from initiation and scoping to implementation and enablement of benefits realisationEngage with business and IT stakeholders including vendor delivery teams to ensure that all needs are consideredManage all aspects of the projects including governance, scope, delivery, communication, change management, quality assurance, training, budgets and reportingManage project delivery across the full SDLCExpedite delivery within the client structures and across various role-playersStrong management and communication around project risks and the mitigation of those risksStrong management around project risks and issuesExperienceAt least five years project management experience in financial services environment, ideally asset or investment managementExperience in managing business focused projects across the SDLCSolid knowledge of project planning and budgeting on complex projectsAbility to develop detailed project plans, based on a work breakdown structure, that provides the ability to manage critical pathRelevant degree / diploma with Project Management certification preferredProficiency in Microsoft Office (MS Project, Word, Excel & PowerPoint)Understanding of Agile software delivery processes would be advantageousCompetenciesExcellent writing and oral communication skills (English)Ability to work with people at all levels across the business and manage outsourced resourcesAbility to negotiate outsourced delivery with vendorsResilience, collaboration, client focus, flexible approach and ability to deal with ambiguityAble to have difficult conversations with the right level of tact and diplomacyAbility to deal effectively and credibly across all levels of the businessAbility to communicate clearly and effectively coupled with good negotiation skillsExcellent co-ordination and organizational skillsTeam-oriented attitude, ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple prioritiesExcellent interpersonal skillIf you are ready for the next exciting step in your career, and would like to apply, please send us your updated CV to reviewDesired SkillsProject ManagerProject planProject budgetMicrosoft OfficeMS ProjectMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint
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