Programme Manager – Foreign Payments

Be Different SA (PTY) LTD; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Sandton seeks an experienced Programme Manager. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years in project management and expertise in foreign payments. Responsibilities include developing change strategies, managing teams, and ensuring compliance with governance frameworks. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential. Send your CV to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in programme/project management.
• Extensive knowledge of foreign payments, including SWIFT and ISO 20022.
• Preferably registered with a professional body like PMSA or PMI.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement change strategies aligned with project objectives.
• Manage and coach teams to achieve performance targets.
• Compile actionable reports to guide business decisions.

Skills

Programme/project management

Stakeholder relationship building

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Risk management

Compliance frameworks

Cross-border payment systems knowledge

Education

Degree in a relevant field (NQF 7 or above)

Tools

PMI

PRINCE2

Agile

Job description

In order to be considered the following is required:

• Degree in a relevant field (NQF 7 or above)
• 8+ years’ experience in programme/project management
• Extensive knowledge of foreign payments (SWIFT, ISO 20022, AML/CTF, exchange control)
• Preferably registered with a professional body (e.g., PMSA, PMI)
• Banking industry exposure and experience in multinational corporate settings
• Proven ability to build stakeholder relationships across diverse contexts
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, timelines and complex programmes
• Expertise in risk and compliance frameworks
• Familiarity with cross-border payment systems and regulatory requirements
• Proficiency in programme governance methodologies (PMI, PRINCE2, Agile)
• Ability to influence and collaborate at executive level

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement change strategies aligned with project and business objectives
• Deploy integrated risk management, governance, and compliance frameworks across programmes
• Manage and coach teams to achieve performance targets and human capital objectives
• Demonstrate leadership through values-driven behaviours and visible commitment
• Compile actionable reports and dashboards to guide informed business decisions
• Apply strategic thinking to delivery plans in partnership with leadership
• Oversee multiple related projects ensuring alignment with organisational goals
• Build strong stakeholder relationships to enable thought leadership and innovationEnable delivery of customer service solutions aligned to brand and service standards
• Prepare portfolio-level reports tracking progress and guiding decision-making
• Own budgeting, forecasting and variance reporting; ensure financial discipline
• Monitor project progress, resolve issues promptly and maintain client service continuity
• Design integrated programme plans, identify resources, manage risks and ensure successful operationalisation
• Commit to continuous professional development as a life‑long learner

If you would like to email your CV directly – please send it to [e-mail]