Intermediate Project Manager – POS Development - (PERMANENT)

PM Connection; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

PM Connection is looking for an Intermediate Project Manager in Sandton, South Africa. The ideal candidate will lead and manage point-of-sale (POS) development projects in a dynamic fintech setting. Responsibilities include overseeing project delivery, managing JIRA workflows, and ensuring stakeholder engagement. Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in IT or a related field, along with 4–7 years of project management experience in software or POS environments. Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies is essential, and experience in fintech or retail systems is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–7 years’ experience in project management within software or POS development environments.
• Proven experience managing Agile/Kanban delivery projects.
• Experience managing small teams or delivery squads.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of POS development projects.
• Maintain and manage Kanban workflows and JIRA boards.
• Coordinate planning, backlog grooming, and delivery tracking.
• Ensure quality and completeness of BRS and SOW documentation.
• Engage with stakeholders and provide regular project updates.

Skills

Project management

Agile methodologies

JIRA proficiency

Stakeholder engagement

Team management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field

Matric

Tools

JIRA

Job description

Our client is seeking to hire an Intermediate Project Manager to lead and coordinate Point-of-Sale (POS) development projects within a fast-paced fintech environment.

The role focuses on managing cross‑functional teams, driving Agile (Kanban) delivery, and ensuring clear and structured documentation of business and technical requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end delivery of POS development projects.
• Maintain and manage Kanban workflows and JIRA boards.
• Coordinate planning, backlog grooming, and delivery tracking.
• Ensure quality and completeness of BRS and SOW documentation.
• Engage with stakeholders and provide regular project updates.
• Manage and support a team of Business Analysts and a Junior Project Manager; identify and resolve risks, issues, and delivery blockers.

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies, particularly Kanban.
• Advanced proficiency in JIRA (boards, workflows, reporting).
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Leadership and team management capability.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving ability.
• High attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong accountability, ownership, and professional integrity.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Matric.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 4–7 years’ experience in project management within software or POS development environments.
• Proven experience managing Agile/Kanban delivery projects.
• Experience managing small teams or delivery squads.
• Strong experience within fintech, payments, or technology‑driven environments (advantageous).
• Experience in POS or retail systems is advantageous.
• Exposure to payments, integrations, or transactional systems is advantageous.
• Project Management certification (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2, Agile) is advantageous.