This job is with Amazon, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. DescriptionDo you get excited about fostering Diversity and Inclusion in South Africa? Do you want to support South African Black-Owned Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in building their businesses.If this excites you, then the Program Manager Risk Specialist, focusing on the Equity Equivalent Investment Program (EEIP) and the Youth Employment Services (YES) Program, could be the right opportunity for you. We are seeking a Risk Specialist with experience in project management and program implementation.This is a key role in the broader B-BBEE team and contributes towards the planning, execution, and delivery of project tasks. This Risk Specialist will apply project management best practices and help to de-risk challenges in achieving our programs goals. They deliver appropriate tasks against key milestones and manage specific outcomes to ensure timely and successful delivery of our the EEIP and YES programs.Key job responsibilities Delivery of programs tasks and goals including Planning and scheduling Cost and time estimations Managing program reportingBasic Qualifications At least 3-5 years' demonstrated project management experience Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance Economics, Business Management or related Experience with Excel and report writingPreferred Qualifications Drive and motivation Analytical and numerical skills, with a proven ability to problem solve Technically sound with focus on accuracy Numerate with strong attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication Commitment, dedication and pro-active approach Potential for Leadership, organisational, administrative and management skills Ability or potential to think strategically Ability to research, develop and present key insights, findings and recommendations clearly and concisely Ability to manage self with guidance Ability to exercise good judgement to determine when escalation is required relating to matters of conflictAmazon is an equal opportunities employer, and we value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief. Amazon is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. Amazon requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national, along with an updated curriculum vitae.
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