Project Manager – Specialized Consulting

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in South Africa.

📋 Description

• Define the scope and objectives of projects with relevant stakeholders while ensuring technical feasibility in collaboration with senior management.

• Create comprehensive work plans that identify and sequence the activities necessary for project completion.

• Execute projects in alignment with established project plans.

• Develop documentation forms and records to track project activities.

• Establish and secure project information files.

• Monitor the progress of projects and make necessary adjustments to ensure successful outcomes.

• Create communication schedules to keep stakeholders and relevant organizational personnel informed.

• Engage with funders as specified in funding agreements.

• Oversee and approve budgeted expenditures for projects.

• Prioritize and thoroughly document requirements.

• Collaborate effectively with clients, suppliers, and internal production teams to provide solutions and meet deadlines.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in Project Management, ideally within the Banking/FinTech or Insurance sectors.

• Demonstrated experience managing projects in Risk, Regulatory, and Compliance contexts.

• Strong background in Delivery Management.

• Experience engaging with multiple stakeholders across both business and technology landscapes.

• Solid understanding of project governance, risk management, issue management, and dependencies.

• Proven experience in regulated financial services environments.

• Diploma or Degree in Project Management, Business Management, Information Technology, or a related discipline.

• Recognized Project Management certification such as PMP, PRINCE2, CAPM, or an equivalent certification.

• Excellent planning, coordination, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities.

• Experience in Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid project environments is a plus.

• Legal authorization to work in South Africa without employer sponsorship.

🏝️ Benefits

• Access to a variety of projects across different industries.

• Collaborate with experienced technologists.

• Gain exposure to best practices developed through the successful execution of numerous assignments.

• Potential for long-term contract opportunities.