Project Manager (Debt/ Credit/ Payments)

Abantu Staffing Solutions; East London; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing solutions company in East London seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead project planning, execution, and delivery. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years' proven experience in project management and a strong knowledge of payment systems. Effective communication and stakeholder management skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in project management.
• Strong theoretical foundation in project management principles and best practices.
• Experience in projects involving systems enhancements or market expansion is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of assigned projects.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Identify and mitigate project risks to keep projects on track.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new systems capabilities.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to optimize processes.

Skills

Project management principles

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Experience in debt collection

Knowledge of payment systems

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Relevant tertiary in project Management or related

Job description

Education and Experience

• Grade 12/ Matric
• Relevant tertiary in project Management or related
• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in project management.
• A strong theoretical foundation in project management principles and best practices (e.g., PMBOK, Agile, PRINCE2, or equivalent).
• Experience in debt collection/ credit industry with strong knowledge of payments systems.
• Experience and capability in performing and managing projects which involved AB testing.
• Experience in projects involving systems enhancements or market expansion is highly advantageous.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of assigned projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and market opportunities.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring timely resolution of issues to keep projects on track.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new systems capabilities
• Monitor and report on project progress, providing regular updates to stakeholders and senior management.
• Ensure adherence to project management best practices, methodologies, and standards.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to optimize processes and outcomes.