Project Manager

Global Technical Talent; Elundini Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm in South Africa is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the establishment of Business Acumen Learning Academies. This role involves leading the design and execution of learning initiatives, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring effective stakeholder engagement. Candidates should have a strong background in Learning & Development, proven project management experience, and proficiency with LMS platforms like Workday Learning. Competitive benefits include Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing projects in large organizations.
• Strong background in Learning & Development or corporate training.
• Experience launching programs from concept to execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the infrastructure for learning academies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to create structured learning paths.
• Engage with executives and provide program insights.

Skills

Project Management

Learning & Development

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Collaboration

Education

PMP or equivalent certification

Tools

Workday Learning

Azure DevOps

Job description

Primary Job Title

Project Manager

Alternate / Related Job Titles

• Learning Program Manager
• Learning & Development Project Manager
• Enterprise Learning Program Manager
• Business Acumen Program Manager

Location & Onsite Flexibility

Chevy Chase, MD – Hybrid

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract (6 months)
• Start: As Soon As Possible
• Pay Rate: $67 – $73 per hour

Job Summary

The Project Manager will lead the design, buildout, and execution of infrastructure required to launch and scale Business Acumen Learning Academies. This role is responsible for establishing the operational foundation, managing cross-functional delivery, and supporting the development of digital learning experiences, course assets, and content workflows using modern learning technologies. This is a high-visibility initiative with executive sponsorship and enterprise-wide impact.

Key Responsibilities

Program & Project Leadership

• Build and project manage the end-to-end infrastructure required to launch scalable learning academies.
• Lead initiatives from concept through execution, ensuring timelines, scope, and deliverables are met.
• Operate effectively in a matrixed enterprise environment with shifting priorities.

Learning & Content Development Support

• Support the creation of course assets, structured learning paths, and digital learning experiences.
• Collaborate with learning designers and stakeholders on content workflows and asset development.
• Leverage modern learning tools such as Synthesia, Articulate, Rise, video scripting tools, and facilitator guides.

Stakeholder & Executive Engagement

• Partner closely with C-suite leaders and senior stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver executive-ready presentations, status updates, and program insights.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration across learning, product, technology, and operations teams.

Systems, Tools & Enablement

• Work within and across LMS platforms, with strong emphasis on Workday Learning.
• Utilize enterprise workflow and delivery tools, including Workday and Azure DevOps.
• Support continuous improvement through digital learning platforms and emerging AI-powered tools.

Required Qualifications

Experience

• Proven experience as a Project Manager or Program Manager in large, matrixed organizations
• Strong background in Learning & Development, Learning Experience Design, or corporate training operations
• Demonstrated success launching new programs or learning academies from concept to execution

Technical & Functional Skills

• Hands-on experience developing learning content or course assets
• Proficiency with LMS platforms, especially Workday Learning
• Experience with enterprise systems and workflow tools

Core Competencies

• Exceptional communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with executive leadership
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced, high-change environments

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP or equivalent certification
• Insurance or financial services industry experience
• Experience delivering business acumen or product training at scale
• Familiarity with AI-powered learning tools and digital transformation initiatives
• Background in media or creative production, including video scripting or editing

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan

About the Project / Client

Our clientis launching a strategic enterprise initiative to elevate business acumen and accelerate learning for leaders and associates across its organization. This program will deliver foundational insurance and product knowledge through structured learning paths, dynamic content, and cross-functional collaboration, enabling meaningful business impact at scale.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company based in Alaska. We value diverse and inclusive workplaces and partner with Fortune 500 clients across banking, insurance, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail industries throughout the U.S. and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity.

Job Number: 26-00855