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Project Manager

Project Manager

The purpose of this position is to provide a range of services to the organization in the Program Office area, from business process and problem analysis, to solution design, project management and reporting. The successful candidate would not be a developer, but rather a person with good understanding of both business and technology, with an ability to “translate” between these two domains.

Tasks

· Receive and understand business problems statements from within the organisation, and match to existing applications, new capabilities, strategic plans, etc.

· Responsibility for the application development lifecycle with regards to the development of the company’s internal applications based on business and functional requirements

· Providing “buy vs. build” analysis and product / vendor recommendations based on requirement and awareness of the Department’s strategic direction

· Build credibility with colleagues and clients by using effective communication skills – both verbal and written.

· Manage vendors of software/solutions and skills used for development of solutions

· Assist the managers on planning jobs and liaise with planning department

· Manage, monitor and report on the progress of internal-sourced solutions. Liaise with colleagues to develop plans and resolve issues that may arise.

· Develop and monitor the Department’s project reporting to the Head of Department and senior management.

· Monthly budget reconciliations and reporting

Competencies

· Computer Literacy (MS Office)

· Strong customer service focus

· Strong adherence to Project Management practices.

· Ability to match technical and business problems to solutions

· Ability to deal with difficult clients

· Innovative and creative

· Great attention to detail

· Strong organisational skills

· Good time management ability

· Ability to manage numerous simultaneous projects and remain calm in difficult situations

· Anticipate problems and deal with these or suggest solutions

· Good presentation skills (creation of, and delivery of)

Qualifications

· Minimum requirement is a Matric certificate. Relevant studies will be advantageous

· Proficient in using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

· At least 4 – 6 years relevant experience in managing IT development and deployment projects, etc.

· Project management training and/or experience will be an advantage (e.g. Prince)

Remuneration

R400,000.00* P/A (Negotiable)

*Plus: Benefits

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