Job Description

What will you do?

This role is responsible for the management of Business and IT projects, ensuring on time quality delivery according to agreed business requirements and parameters.

Key outcomes

The following outcomes will be expected to be achieved by the Intermediate/Senior Project Manager:
Management and administration of IT and Business projects with respect to scope, timelines, resourcing and risks to ensure delivery according to agreed project parameters. Communication of strategic vision, business benefits and value to be gained by achieving the project objectives to project team members and beyond project team, including reporting of project status and risks to all stakeholders. Setting and management of expectations relating to projects. Building and managing relationships with project stakeholders, including internal and external clients, to ensure operational service delivery is maintained and business impact minimised. Planning, co-ordination and facilitation of project work according to agreed priorities. Management of project delivery, progress tracking, project risks and issues management. Management of changes to the agreed project scope and/or timeline to preserve business commitments and re-alignment of project objectives with regards to scope and timeline in the event of change. Adhering to project governance and providing feedback at the relevant forums.

Qualifications and experience

Minimum of 5 years' experience in Project Management with the ability to apply any methodology or tool suited to the context and nature of the project and environment At least 10 years' experience within a financial services company within an IT development environment, that follows agile principles will be an advantage Relevant tertiary qualifications within the field of Project Management, such as PM Diploma, PM degree, PRINCE2 qualification or PMP, will be an advantage Knowledge of and competent in applying project management principles Knowledge of business products and processes and systems development life cycles

Competencies

Proficiency in organising, co-ordinating and collaborating across diverse teams and perspectives Communication skills and well versed in verbal and writing abilities Work equally well independently and as part of a team Contributing to team success Influencing and gaining commitment Negotiating skills Adaptability Problem-solving Client and service focused Resilience Drives results

Attributes

Honesty, integrity and respect Positive enthusiastic can-do attitude Teaming Persistence and resilience Driven to perform under pressure

What will make you successful in this role?

Qualification and Experience

Degree or Diploma and required Certification with 2 to 4 years related experience.

Knowledge and Skills

Project reporting and administration
Data Analysis and MIS reporting
Compliance to business processes
Drive the administrative implementation of new and existing processes, procedures, legislative changes and projects
General Project Coordination and Administration

Personal Attributes

Interpersonal savvy - Contributing independently
Decision quality - Contributing independently
Plans and aligns - Contributing independently
Optimises work processes - Contributing independently

Build a successful career with us

We're all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future - your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters - Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office - the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.

Core Competencies

Being resilient - Contributing independently
Collaborates - Contributing independently
Customer focus - Contributing independently
Cultivates innovation - Contributing independently
Drives results - Contributing independently

Turnaround time

The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.

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