Project Manager

Ejoobi; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy is seeking an experienced ICT Project Manager to lead significant digital transformation initiatives. This role, based in Pretoria, Gauteng, is a 12-month contract offering a hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate will manage ICT projects from planning to delivery, ensuring alignment with strategic goals while meeting timelines and budgets. Candidates should have a minimum of 7 years' experience in project management and a relevant degree.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years' experience in ICT project management.
• PMP or equivalent certification is highly advantageous.
• Proven track record of delivering complex projects within scope, budget, and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage ICT projects from initiation to completion.
• Ensure project goals align with strategic and operational objectives.
• Manage governance, reporting structures, and compliance.
• Oversee the implementation of the MMS system.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure collaboration.
• Manage risks, budgets, and project documentation.
• Mentor and support team members to drive project success.
• Deliver quality assurance and ensure adherence to compliance standards.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement and governance

Risk and budget management

Strategic thinking and execution

Documentation and reporting excellence

Quality assurance and compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Business, or a related field

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced ICT Project Manager to lead a high-impact digital transformation initiative within the public sector.

This is a 12-month contract (with the possibility of extension), based in Pretoria, Gauteng, offering a hybrid work environment.

Role Description

The Project Manager will be responsible for managing thefull lifecycle of ICT projects, from planning to successful delivery.

This includes aligning projects with strategic and operational goals, ensuring governance and compliance, and delivering outcomes on time, within scope, and within budget.

The role requires excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and governance expertise.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Business, or a related field
• Minimum 7 years' experience in ICT project management
• PMP or equivalent certification is highly advantageous
• Proven track record of delivering complex projects within scope, budget, and timelines
• Strong stakeholder engagement, governance, and leadership skills

Skills & Competencies

• Stakeholder engagement and governance
• Risk and budget management
• Strategic thinking and execution
• Documentation and reporting excellence
• Quality assurance and compliance

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage ICT projects from initiation to completion
• Ensure project goals align with strategic and operational objectives
• Manage governance, reporting structures, and compliance
• Oversee the implementation of the MMS system
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure collaboration
• Manage risks, budgets, and project documentation
• Mentor and support team members to drive project success
• Deliver quality assurance and ensure adherence to compliance standards