Project Manager

MANCOSA; Durban; On-site; ZAR 750,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

MANCOSA, a DHET registered and CHE accredited private higher education distance education provider in Durban, seeks an experienced Project Manager to plan, execute and close IT projects, coordinating cross‑functional teams to ensure on‑time delivery of software solutions.

You will lead project planning, risk management, resource allocation, stakeholder communications, and quality assurance, and oversee implementations and integrations with existing systems.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in planning and delivering IT projects.
• Ability to coordinate cross‑functional teams.
• Knowledge of data visualisation tools and analytics platforms.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Project planning—define scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines and budgets.
• Team coordination—lead cross‑functional teams and ensure collaboration.
• Risk management—identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Project execution—oversee delivery, timelines and quality.
• Resource management—allocate personnel, technology and budgets.
• Stakeholder communication—report progress and resolve issues.

Skills

Project management

IT/software projects

Data visualisation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Team leadership

Education

PM/PMO certification (PMI/PMP/Prince2/Agile)

Tools

Analytics platforms

Job description

MANCOSA, a DHET registered and CHE accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate business qualifications, has the following vacancy available.Project Manager - DurbanCORE PURPOSEMANCOSA is looking for an experienced Project Manager who will be responsible for planning, executing, and closing IT-related projects. This role requires coordinating efforts across various teams, ensuring the successful delivery of projects, and managing the implementation of software solutions.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Project Planning – define scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with other stakeholders. Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget estimates.
• Team Coordination – lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure collaboration and alignment with project goals.
• Risk Management – identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies. Monitor and manage project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Project Execution – oversee the execution of projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards. Monitor progress and make adjustments as needed to keep the project on track.
• Resource Management – manage project resources, including personnel, technology, and budget. Optimise resource allocations to maximise efficiency and project success.
• Stakeholder Communication – communicate project progress, issues, and resolutions to stakeholders in a clear and timely manner.Facilitate regular project status meetings and produce project status reports.
• Quality Assurance – establish and enforce quality standards and procedures. Conduct regular reviews to ensure the accuracy and reliability of data outputs.
• Implementation and Integration – oversee the implementation of solutions and integrations with existing systems.Collaborate with IT teams and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and data flow.
• Documentation – maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, reports, and change requests. Ensure compliance with data governance and security policies.

SKILLS AND PROFICIENCIES

• Proficiency in project management.
• Understanding of IT/software projects.
• Familiarity with data visualisation tools and analytics platforms.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Be able to work during weekends and after hours if required.
• Will be required to travel.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualification in Project Management (e.g. PMI/PMP/Agile PMO/Prince 2)