Project Manager

Psybergate (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm in Johannesburg is looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead enterprise-wide projects in the financial services sector. The ideal candidate will have a completed IT/BSc degree, 5 years of project management experience, and strong skills in Agile methodologies. This 12-month contract role involves comprehensive project planning, risk management, and alignment with business strategies.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience as a Project Manager.
• Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies; Scrum Master certification is advantageous.
• Proficient in project management principles and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and oversee all phases of complex projects.
• Align project execution with business strategy.
• Develop and maintain detailed project documentation.
• Manage risks and ensure timely delivery of project value.
• Lead hybrid Agile / Waterfall initiatives.

Skills

Decision-making

Financial management

Agile methodologies

Report writing

Communication skills

Education

Completed IT / BSc degree or related fields

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Microsoft Project (MSP)

Job description

Summary

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a 12-month contract role.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Manager to lead and coordinate enterprise-wide projects, ensuring successful delivery in alignment with our business strategy. This role is responsible for developing comprehensive project plans, including goals, strategy, staffing, scheduling, risk management, contingency planning, and resource allocation.

Position Info

What you will be doing :

• Plan, direct, and oversee all phases of complex projects or programmes across the enterprise.
• Align project execution with business strategy through effective planning, organizing, staffing, negotiating, and controlling of project activities.
• Develop and maintain detailed project documentation including objectives, timelines, risks, and contingency plans.
• Escalate impediments, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery of project value.
• Foster continuous improvement within teams and support Agile practices across software development projects.
• Lead hybrid Agile / Waterfall initiatives with a strong focus on scaled Lean-Agile principles.
• Ensure alignment of program goals with stakeholder expectations and business outcomes.

Qualifications

• Completed IT / BSc degree or other related fields
• 5 years experience as a Project Manager
• Strong decision-making and financial management skills.
• Proficient in project management principles and methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies; Scrum Master certification is advantageous.
• Proficient in tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and Microsoft Project (MSP).
• Excellent facilitation, report writing, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with governance, risk, and control frameworks.

Please note that if you do not hear from us within 3 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful.