Project Manager

Psybergate Pty Ltd; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to lead enterprise-wide projects within the financial services sector. This exciting 12-month contract role involves developing comprehensive project plans, managing risks, and ensuring alignment with business strategy. The successful candidate will have a strong background in project management, particularly in Agile methodologies, and will be responsible for fostering continuous improvement within teams. If you are ready to take on this challenge and make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience as a Project Manager with strong decision-making skills.
• Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies; Scrum Master certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee all phases of complex projects across the enterprise.
• Develop project documentation including objectives, timelines, and risks.

Skills

Project Management

Agile

Financial Management

Decision Making

Communication Skills

Education

IT / BSc degree

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Microsoft Project (MSP)

Job description

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.
What you will be doing:

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

What we are looking for:

1. Completed IT / BSc degree or other related fields
2. 5 years experience as a Project Manager
3. Strong decision-making and financial management skills.
4. Proficient in project management principles and methodologies.
5. Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies; Scrum Master certification is advantageous.
6. Proficient in tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and Microsoft Project (MSP).
7. Excellent facilitation, report writing, and communication skills.
8. Familiarity with governance, risk, and control frameworks.

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

Desired Skills:

1. project management
2. Agile
3. financial management
4. Jira
5. Confluence