Program Manager

SAP; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software company is seeking a Program Manager for its Digital Skills Center in Sandton, South Africa. This role involves supporting program management activities for a 12-month period, engaging with young professionals, and collaborating with universities. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field and possess strong project management and communication skills. Join us to foster sustainable work opportunities in the region.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of the Digital Skills Center in program activities.
• Engage with current YPPs to assist them with issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Skills

Project management skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in a Business / Management Related Field

Job description

As market leader in enterprise application software, SAP helps companies of all sizes and industries innovate through simplification. From the back office to the boardroom, warehouse to storefront, on premise to cloud, desktop to mobile device – SAP empowers people and organizations to work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively to stay ahead of the competition. SAP applications and services enable customers to operate profitably, adapt continuously, and grow sustainably.

PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

Founded in November 2012, the SAP Digital Skills Center (Formerly TDI) strives to support in the creation of sustainable work possibilities by boosting the business system knowledge and entrepreneurial mindset of students, young graduates, and the experienced workforce in the region. By offering a host of programs tailored to bring SAP business skills to those who have a cultural and social understanding of a local region, the SAP DSC’s initiatives help talented minds not only to find jobs but also to establish their own companies by nurturing their entrepreneurial mindset. Furthermore, SAP DSC serves as Think Tank for knowledge exchange, co-creation and co-innovation. Operating in a fast-paced “start-up” environment, The SAP DSC requires employees with hands-on and multi-tasking mentality.

As one of the DSC’s successful programs, SAP’s Dual Study Program combines and alternates theory (Academia & SAP) and practice (SAP Workplace Experience) into a 1-2 year program run by universities in cooperation with SAP. Over the course of the program, students will gain a combination of SAP solution skills and certifications, paired with soft skill trainings and practical experience through internships.

EXPECTATIONS AND TASKS

This position will support the program management activities for theSAPDigital Skills Center. As individual contributor, the Program Manager will support the Head of Digital Skills Center and take over well-defined activities to help manage the program campaigns and events.

The role will be limited for a duration of 12 months; with an option to extend thereafter.

As Program Manager for theSAPDigital Skills Center, major responsibilities will include :

• Supporting daily operations of Program Managers independently
• Engage with current YPP’s – assist them with any issues or problems
• Collaborating with internal teams, partner universities, and external stakeholders to ensure program alignment and success.
• Manage any relevant documentation and post-program CVs of graduates
• Developing and implementing comprehensive training plans, including curriculum design, resource allocation, and scheduling.
• Assist Program Managers in administration tasks – recording of statistics, demand and placement
• Post-program follow-ups and regular LinkedIn checks of YPPs to monitor placement numbers and locations
• Promote program advertisements and success stories through social media
• Support in creating and initiating recruitment adverts on job portals, university campuses etc.

In That Capacity

• Executes standard and non-standard (less complex) tasks alone
• Acquires deeper knowledge about processes, executes professionally and uses his / her initiative in situations
• Ensures successful execution of the internal processes
• Takes over additional tasks (e.g. smaller projects, project management)
• Seeks proactive feedback / works proactively to identify opportunities for improvement
• Very good organizational skills and an ability to keep track of tasks, responsibilities and deadlines

Education And Qualifications / Skills And Competencies

• Bachelor degree in a Business / Management Related Field
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Fluent in English.
• Strong project management skills, detail oriented; must be highly organized with the ability to manage towards multiple deadlines simultaneously
• Able to build strong relationships, is results driven and self-motivated

SAP'S DIVERSITY COMMITMENT

To harness the power of innovation, SAP invests in the development of its diverse employees. We aspire to leverage the qualities and appreciate the unique competencies that each person brings to the company.

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