Digital Project Manager

Jellyfish; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A global digital marketing agency is seeking a Project Manager in Johannesburg to oversee client onboarding and manage ongoing projects. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of experience in project management, particularly in marketing, and must be proficient in project management tools. This role involves maintaining project control, managing budgets, and leading cross-discipline teams. The company supports a flexible work environment and offers a range of benefits including paid leave for caregivers and personal development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Paid development day each month

14 weeks paid leave for primary caregivers

Financial support for returning caregivers

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a project management role.
• Experience in marketing or advertising agencies.
• Ability to establish scopes and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Manage onboarding of new clients and ongoing projects.
• Maintain project control and meet control measurements.
• Communicate with project team members during delivery.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Cross-discipline team leadership

Proficiency in project management software

Tools

Project management software

GSheets

Job description

At Jellyfish, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives and inclusive collaboration. We welcome individuals who excel in collaborative, varied teams and value the unique contributions that each person brings to the table.

Jellyfish is a global digital marketing agency; a unique fusion of tech enthusiasts, creative minds, and media and data experts all united to empower our clients along their digital journey. Our commitment to embracing diverse perspectives fuels our innovation and strategies that challenge the status quo, reinvent media activation, and craft influential stories for our global clients and their customers. Join us in shaping a future where business growth and personal fulfilment go hand in hand

Job Description

As a Project Manager, you will manage the onboarding of new clients and the execution of ongoing projects for a portfolio of existing clients. You have a solid understanding of essential Project Management Activities and can implement them with minimal support from more experienced project managers. (e.g., can support estimates and development of 'Productized' SOWs, but requires support for more custom engagements).

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain basic project control and meet all project control measurements for all assigned projects.
• Manage the financial and workflow aspects of several Paid Media projects to include, but are not limited to CX, SEO, and web development.
• Ensure the financial and client health of each project, escalating risks to more senior members of the project management team.
• Manage multiple projects and adjust to changing priorities.
• Identify systemic delivery issues to more senior project managers, but is not expected to offer business process improvement suggestions at this stage of development.
• Communicate with company partners on project teams in the service of daily delivery
• Implement project management, technology and AI tools for clients.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a project management role, at a marketing, advertising or related agency.
• You know our core products/capabilities and is working to understand product-specific PM skills.
• Experience establishing scopes, creating delivery schedules, developing estimates, managing budgets, and securing internal resourcing
• Proficiency with project management software tools and GSheets, interest in learning new technologies
• Comfortable leading cross-discipline teams, managing client relationships, and coordinating with external partners
• You'll love getting to know your clients, developing long-lasting relationships and adding value to their business.
• Willingness to work globally, understanding time zone possible effects for deadlines, communicating with marketers from other countries and being mindful of local preferences
• CAPM or PMP certifications are not required, but advantageous.

Note: We emphasise skills, expertise and behavioural attributes over years of experience and traditional degrees. If you want to join our collaborative team, we invite you to apply today with your resume in English.

Additional Information

Join Jellyfish and experience a workplace where we prioritise your growth, celebrate your contributions, and empower you to tailor your work environment to suit your needs.

Reward: You'll be eligible to join our discretionary annual bonus scheme.

Custom Work Environment: Work remotely for up to 60% of your days and shape your day between 8am and 6:30pm with flexible working hours.

Growth, Your Way: Accumulate one paid day each month (2 hours per week) for self-development and access to Jellyfish Learn.

Family Support: Enjoy 14 weeks of paid leave for primary caregivers and 4 weeks of paid leave for secondary caregivers. We also provide £1000 (or equivalent) towards courses for returning primary caregivers to support your transition back into work.

Jellyfish will give preference to Employment Equity candidates in accordance with the company’s Employment Equity Plan and its affirmative action measures.

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