Assistant Programme Manager - Ref: Fasset/Apm/2026

Dante Personnel Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

FASSET is seeking an Assistant Programme Manager to oversee mandatory and discretionary grants, manage project budgets and SLA targets. The role is based in Gauteng and reports to senior management. Ideal candidates have a background in finance or business management with solid project experience.

The position involves supporting programme implementation, coordinating audits, and ensuring funding compliance across streams. Matric and a relevant degree are required.

Qualifications

• Matric and a degree or BTech at NQF Level 7 in Finance, Accounting / Business Management / Administration / Project Management / Public Administration / Management.
• Minimum 5 years experience in projects, with at least 3 years in supervisory role.
• Experience in implementing programmes / projects.
• Experience in managing internal and external audits.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mandatory and discretionary grants.
• Manage project budgets and SLA targets.
• Coordinate audits and ensure compliance.

Skills

Project management

Audits experience

Programme implementation

Budget management

Education

Degree or BTech at NQF Level 7 in relevant fields

Job description

Our client FASSET is looking to employ an Assistant Programme Manager to manage mandatory and discretionary grants, project budgets and service level agreements targets for the Department of Higher Education and Training. The position will be based in Gauteng.

Minimum requirements

• Matric
• Degree or BTech at NQF Level 7 in Finance or Accounting / Business Management / Administration / Project Management / Public Administration / Management
• Minimum of 5 years experience within projects, of which 3 years must be at supervisory level
• Exposure in implementation of programmes / projects
• Experience in managing internal and external audits