Job Description

Sizwe Africa IT Group has a vacancy for a Project Manager, at our Samrand, Guateng offices. The purpose of the position is to manage and execute projects from inception to completion, according to project management fundamentals. Focus on defining tools and processes to support organisational objectives. The key objective is to manage the implementation of project deliverables within the Sizwe Group's internal and external client base.Recruitment for this position will be conducted with the intention of progressing our Employment Equity policy, targets and objectives.Should you not receive a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.Minimum 5 (five) years managerial experience in a similar environment;Minimum 3 years in Project Management and ICT environmentKnowledge and understanding of the corporate identity of the organisation and the governance mechanisms utilised to govern the corporate identityKnowledge and understanding of the company policies and procedures applicable to the specific work environment to ensure that work outcomes are compliant to the policies and proceduresKnowledge to engineer finance for projects i.e. to determine financial models for large projectsKnowledge and understanding of the relevant ISO 9000 procedures applicable to the specific work environment to ensure that work outcomes are ISO 9000 compliantThe ability to communicate effectively and efficiently at all levels in the organisationThe ability to utilise the correct computer software and the relevant functionality applicable to the outcomes requiredThe ability to configure documentation e.g. drawings, how to number and reference documentsThe ability to manage conflict in such a way that the cause of the conflict is understood by all relevant role players and that the issue causing the conflict is resolved in an amicable mannerThe ability to interact with people at all levels in the organisationThe ability to plan, organise, lead and control in the work environment to achieve the business objectivesThe ability to apply planning techniques to conduct effective planning of work outputs and resourcesThe ability to conduct presentations at all levels in the organisation with and without presentation aidsThe ability to apply the principles of problem solving techniques to identify and resolve a problem in the best interest of all stakeholdersThe ability to define, scope, plan and execute projects according to international project management methodologyxc2xb7 The ability to apply the principles of recruitment and selection to successfully source and retain competent staffxc2xb7 The ability to accurately give an account of information pertaining to the performance of outputsxc2xb7 The ability to utilise qualitative and quantitative research methodologies to conduct research related to a specific topicxc2xb7 The ability to be firm in all situations without sacrificing principlesxc2xb7 The ability to determine deadlines and execute outputs accordingly without exceeding target datesxc2xb7 The ability to define goals and objectives and execute it to ensure that work outcomes are achievedxc2xb7 The ability to attend to multiple tasks at the same time and to be able to perform each task competentlyxc2xb7 The ability to be trusted to do what is expected in terms of work outcomexc2xb7 The ability to think at a strategic level within all business situations and therefore eliminating operational and tactical issuesxc2xb7 The ability to perform as part of a team to meet business requirements and deliver on outputsxc2xb7 Acting in a way that gains goodwill and prevents offensive feelingsxc2xb7 Implement OHS to improve safety of environmentxc2xb7 Take decision on selection of project team membersxc2xb7 Overtime Work will be required on an Ad-Hoc Basisxc2xb7 Valid drivers license.4. KEY TASKSProject Managementxc2xb7 Implement Project Qualityxc2xb7 Consult the project quality control mechanisms to ensure adequate quality control application across project time spanxc2xb7 Conduct quality assurance in accordance with set schedules to ensure that the project deliverables adhere to set standardsxc2xb7 Execute activities in accordance with the project plan to ensure that the project deliverables conform to set specificationsxc2xb7 Implement project quality process within predefined time schedulesxc2xb7 Implement project quality in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirementsxc2xb7 Complete project implementation management actions within allocated time framesProcure Project Requirementsxc2xb7 Determine the project requirements in accordance with deliverablesxc2xb7 Submit the necessary requisitions for procurement purposesxc2xb7 Procure the necessary requirements in accordance with policies and proceduresxc2xb7 Submit all procurement documentation to the Procurement Manager for processingxc2xb7 Archive the relevant procurement documentationxc2xb7 Procure requirements in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirementsxc2xb7 Procure requirements within allocated time framesFacilitation of Project Interventionsxc2xb7 Facilitate Project Interventionsxc2xb7 Identify the need for a project intervention during the management of the project; orxc2xb7 A project intervention is arranged in accordance with the project schedulexc2xb7 Analyse the objectives of the project intervention to determine the best suitable methodology to be utilised; orxc2xb7 Define the objectives of the project intervention in accordance with the stated needs and requirementsxc2xb7 Secure the appropriate resources in accordance with the nature of the intervention (Venue, Finance, Audio)xc2xb7 Compile the project intervention material in accordance with the objectives and requests; orxc2xb7 Distribute pre-project intervention material to the attendants where applicablexc2xb7 Create a climate conducive to learning/performance to ensure that objectives are achievedxc2xb7 Facilitate the project intervention in accordance with the stated objectives and the decided methodologyxc2xb7 Continuously evaluate progress in the most appropriate methodology to ensure that the objectives are achievedxc2xb7 Additional intervention is effected where applicablexc2xb7 Evaluate the intervention to ensure that the quality management objectives are achievedxc2xb7 Inform the relevant role players of the outcome of the project interventionxc2xb7 The appropriate accreditation/registration/licensing is activated where necessaryxc2xb7 Document the results of the project intervention for future reference purposesxc2xb7 Facilitate project interventions in accordance with policies, procedures, and legal requirementsxc2xb7 Conclude facilitation actions within the allocated upon time framesStakeholder Relations Managementxc2xb7 Identify the relevant role players in accordance with business requirements and dependenciesxc2xb7 Manage supplier relationships:xc2xb7 Engage in discussions to determine roles and responsibilities and possible areas of cooperation, improvement and conflictxc2xb7 Review contracts to ensure expected outcomes from all parties are addressedxc2xb7 Monitor the performance of suppliers to ensure that the agreements are honouredxc2xb7 Provide feedback/input to Line Manager;xc2xb7 Identifying and developing new opportunities with clients;xc2xb7 Obtaining customer acceptance of project deliverables;xc2xb7 Ensure open communication with regard to customer satisfaction within the project (including transition period)Project Executionxc2xb7 Consult and coordinate with all respective team members to ensure that all parties are in agreement with the project plan, requirements, deadlines and schedules - to determine the relevant deliverables and project management process in terms of- Project definition and Scope- Project plan- Quality- Budget- Human resources- Integration management- Risk management- Procurement management- Communication managementxc2xb7 Execute the project in accordance with project planningxc2xb7 Ensure that the delivery of new products or services from the project is to the appropriate level of quality, on time and within budget, in accordance with the project plan and project governance arrangementsxc2xb7 Ensure quality assurance and overall integrity of the project focus inwardly on the internal consistency of the project and outwardly on its coherence with infrastructure planning and interfaces with other programsxc2xb7 Ensure efficient allocation of common resources and skills within the project portfolioxc2xb7 Manage communication with all stakeholdersxc2xb7 Resolve issues and take corrective action wherever gaps in the program are identified or issues arisexc2xb7 Manage risks to ensure the successful delivery of the projectxc2xb7 Manage CSSQ (cost, schedule, scope and quality)xc2xb7 Report progress of the project at regular intervals to the project directorxc2xb7 Sign-off the project deliverables in accordance with the project plan.xc2xb7 Close the project in accordance with the project plan.xc2xb7 Sign-off all project completion certification and accept delivery in accordance with policies and procedures.xc2xb7 Conduct a project review meeting at the closure to determine efficiency and to record possible points for ease of future projects.xc2xb7 Compile the project file containing all relevant information and archive for future reference purposes.xc2xb7 Manage Sub-Project in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirementsxc2xb7 Manage Sub-Project within the allocated time framesGeneralxc2xb7 Utilize technology and innovation methodologies to deliver more effectively and efficiently;xc2xb7 Internal management reporting on all current activities and future planned activities;xc2xb7 Maintain and manage all operational efficiencies to provide and ensure a high degree of organizational effectiveness;xc2xb7 Ensuring the refinement, measurement, execution and effectiveness of internal processes with a focus on quality assurance;xc2xb7 Performing quality checks on projects and task delivery and implement necessary changes if needed;xc2xb7 Foster a positive, open, success-orientated and accountable environment;xc2xb7 Ensure that a constant update on operation deliverables is given at timely intervals;xc2xb7 Communication and liaison with customer with regard to progress and goals;xc2xb7 Manage expectations and high-level relationships with clients during project and transition periods;xc2xb7 Preparation of monthly operational reports.Self Developmentxc2xb7 Product knowledgexc2xb7 Be proficient in presentation skills, pipeline management, relevant selling skills, account planning and execution of sales processesxc2xb7 Prepare training and development plans for yourself bearing in mind your weakness, career and objectivesxc2xb7 Responsible for self-development by keeping abreast of new developments within the industry related to area of responsibility.Governance, Compliance and Risk Managementxc2xb7 Corporate governance is the practices and principles that guide a business and ensures its accountability to its stakeholders. It is a set of processes that affects how a company is operated, regulated and controlled, and good corporate governance adheres to ethical standards, best practices;xc2xb7 Ensures your department/division functions in a legal and ethical manner while meeting its business goals.xc2xb7 Identifying compliance issues. Ensuring written and verbal policies and regulations of an organization are kept in check.xc2xb7 Risk Management strategies and processes: Support management to identify and analyze the risk which could have an impact of loss to the organization, employees, customers, suppliers and the public.xc2xb7 Any ad hoc function required to perform from management from time to time.

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