Digital Projects Lead

springernature; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Macmillan Education, part of Springer Nature, seeks a Digital Projects Lead to guide planning, coordination and delivery of digital projects across the business from initiation to closure.

You will work with internal teams, external providers and senior leaders to ensure projects meet timelines, budgets and quality targets while supporting digital transformation. A strong organiser with stakeholder management will thrive in our hybrid Midrand/Johannesburg setup.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Information Systems, Project Management or related field.
• 3-5 years' experience managing digital/tech projects.
• Experience engaging cross-functional stakeholders and external providers.
• Knowledge of Agile, Waterfall and Hybrid methodologies.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and manage digital projects and strategic initiatives across the business.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets and resource allocations.
• Monitor project progress and provide accurate reporting to stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are delivered within scope, budget, quality standards and timelines.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and facilitate effective collaboration across departments.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, dependencies and resource constraints.
• Facilitate project meetings, workshops and stakeholder engagements to support delivery.
• Support the implementation of digital transformation and business improvement initiatives.
• Ensure governance and reporting standards are maintained throughout lifecycle.
• Collaborate with external vendors to ensure successful delivery.
• Conduct post-implementation reviews and drive continuous improvement.
• Contribute to development of PM processes and best practices.

Skills

Excellent communication

Stakeholder management

Project planning

Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Information Systems/Project Management

Tools

Microsoft Project

Jira

Power BI

Monday.com

Trello

Asana

Job description

Digital Projects Lead

Location: Midrand, Johannesburg (Hybrid)

Application Deadline: 08 September 2026

Contract Type: Permanent

About Springer Nature

Springer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are a pioneer in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. For more information, please visit about.springernature.com and follow @SpringerNature.

About Macmillan Education

Macmillan Education is a trusted global education brand with a long history of supporting teachers, learners and education communities. We develop and provide high-quality textbooks, digital resources and educational support materials designed to transform learning through discovery.

As part of Springer Nature, Macmillan Education combines a long heritage in education with a forward-thinking approach to digital learning and technology. Our values are Passionate, Supportive and Inventive , and we are committed to making a positive difference through education.

About the Role

Macmillan Education is looking for an experienced and results-oriented Digital Projects Lead to join our Digital Services team.

In this role, you will lead the planning, coordination, delivery and reporting of digital projects and strategic initiatives across the business. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, cross-functional project teams, external service providers and business leaders to ensure projects are delivered within agreed timelines, budgets and quality standards.

The role provides an opportunity to contribute to digital transformation and business improvement initiatives that support our strategic objectives and enhance the delivery of digital products and services.

We are looking for a highly organised and collaborative project professional who can manage multiple priorities, navigate complex stakeholder environments and use strong problem-solving skills to drive successful project outcomes.

Role Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and manage digital projects and strategic initiatives across the business.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets and resource allocations, ensuring projects remain on track.
• Monitor project progress and provide accurate and timely reporting to stakeholders and business leaders.
• Ensure projects are delivered within agreed scope, budget, quality standards and timelines.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and facilitate effective collaboration across departments.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, dependencies and resource constraints, developing appropriate mitigation plans.
• Facilitate project meetings, workshops and stakeholder engagements to support effective project delivery.
• Support the implementation of digital transformation and business improvement initiatives.
• Ensure appropriate project governance, documentation and reporting standards are maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with external vendors and service providers to ensure successful delivery of project outcomes.
• Conduct post-implementation reviews and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of effective project management processes and best practices.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

Essential

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Information Systems, Project Management or a related field.
• 3-5 years' experience managing digital, technology, digital transformation or business improvement projects.
• Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience engaging and managing cross-functional stakeholders and external service providers.
• Strong project planning, coordination and delivery management skills.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies, including Agile, Waterfall and Hybrid approaches.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and demanding deadlines.
• High attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality.

Desirable

• A recognised project management certification such as PRINCE2, PMP, AgilePM, Scrum Master or equivalent.
• Experience working within digital services, educational technology (EdTech), publishing or other technology-driven environments.
• Experience using project management platforms such as Microsoft Project, Monday.com, Jira, Trello, Asana or similar tools.
• Experience with reporting and dashboard tools such as Power BI.
• Profic