Project Manager - Alliance Banking

African Bank; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 30 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative banking institution is seeking a skilled Project Manager and Business Analyst to oversee and drive various business projects. This hybrid role involves planning, executing, and monitoring projects to ensure alignment with business objectives. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, experience in Agile methodologies, and a knack for stakeholder engagement. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the growth and success of the organization while fostering new business opportunities and enhancing customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in business analysis and project management.
• Strong understanding of PMBOK and Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage project planning, execution, and stakeholder communication.
• Ensure business requirements are defined and met throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Project Management

Business Analysis

Agile/Scrum Methodologies

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Education

Project Management Qualification (CAPM, PMP, SCRUM)

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Information Systems

Job description

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

This role is responsible for the planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing of business projects in support of business objectives and ongoing operations.

This includes managing projects and producing required artefacts in accordance with the Bank's project management methodology.

The project manager is the key point of contact among project stakeholders.

Must interact with business, value chain enablers, and customers to ensure that the business requirements and objectives are clearly defined. The role is a hybrid of project management (PM) and business analysis (BA).

Key responsibilities include managing various new business opportunities and products being onboarded by Alliance Banking, compiling business requirements, functional specifications, and processes.

MINIMUM EDUCATION

• Project Management qualification or certification (CAPM, PMP, SCRUM) or,
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 3 years business analysis experience
• Minimum of 3 years project management experience, preferably in a banking environment
• Experience managing projects following the PMBOK and/or Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Experience managing software development or integration projects will be highly advantageous

KEY PERFORMANCE INPUTS / ACTIVITIES

Project Management

1. Planning and Scoping
   • Identify key stakeholders and build relationships
   • Interact with business, enablers, and customers to define requirements and objectives
   • Translate requirements into detailed project plans, including goals, strategy, staffing, scheduling, risks, resources, and costs
   • Ensure scope and requirements are documented and signed off
   • Adjust schedules and plans as needed
2. Project Execution
   • Execute and revise project work plans
   • Track and monitor deliverables
   • Coordinate and facilitate status meetings
   • Apply project standards and methodologies
   • Provide feedback to management on milestones and issues
   • Attend IT sessions for feedback
   • Maintain risk and issue logs with mitigation plans
   • Document deliverables and communicate with stakeholders
3. Stakeholder Management
   • Engage with sponsors, analysts, and partners
   • Build strong relationships supporting business functions
   • Maintain clear communication and stakeholder satisfaction

Business Analysis

1. Support onboarding of new partners, products, or lines of business
2. Ensure specifications and requirements are fit for purpose and standards-compliant
3. Lead or contribute to joint application design sessions
4. Coordinate sign-offs and documentation
5. Update and store requirements documentation
6. Implement policies across new partnerships
7. Document change requests and business modifications

Revenue and Costs

1. Manage project activities to support revenue generation and customer growth
2. Ensure timely project delivery to avoid delays and additional costs
3. Identify additional business opportunities during project lifecycle