Project Manager Digital Solutions

Jobgether; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 1,113,000 - 1,360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Performance-based bonus

Comprehensive health insurance

AD&D insurance

Well-being programs

Professional development

Employee discounts

Community outreach

Employee Resource Groups

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Jobgether, on behalf of our partner, seeks a Project Manager Digital Solutions in South Africa to lead AI and digital solutions adoption across a global PMO.

You will drive digital transformation to enhance project delivery, productivity, and data-driven decision‑making, working with IT, Data, Cybersecurity, and business stakeholders to translate needs into scalable solutions and governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Business, Data, PM, or related discipline.
• Significant experience in project or program management within a global, matrixed organization.
• Proven track record of leading large-scale cross-functional transformation initiatives.
• Experience in digital transformation, analytics, AI, consulting, or tech-driven environments.
• Understanding of AI, analytics, automation, data management, and cloud technologies.
• Strong change management, stakeholder engagement, and collaboration across regions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Lead adoption and integration of AI and digital solutions across a global PMO.
• Translate business needs into functional requirements with regional teams.
• Oversee end-to-end development, testing, piloting, deployment of digital solutions.
• Develop global AI/digital roadmap aligned with enterprise strategies.
• Ensure security, integration, scalability, and governance compliance.
• Drive training and knowledge sharing across international teams.

Skills

Digital Transformation

AI & Analytics

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Change Management

Cloud Technologies

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Business, Data, Project Management, or related discipline

Job description

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Project Manager Digital Solutions based in South Africa.

As Project Manager Digital Solutions, you will lead the adoption and integration of AI and digital solutions across a global project management organization. You will drive digital transformation initiatives that enhance project execution, improve productivity, and enable data-driven decision-making. Working closely with cross-functional teams and regional stakeholders, you will translate business needs into scalable, impactful digital solutions. You will oversee initiatives from strategy and evaluation through implementation and global deployment. You will also promote responsible AI practices, strengthen digital capabilities, and encourage knowledge sharing across international teams. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of project management in a dynamic, global, and technology-driven environment.

Accountabilities

• Develop and implement a global AI and Digital Solutions roadmap aligned with business priorities and enterprise digital strategies.

• Identify, evaluate, and prioritize AI, analytics, and automation opportunities based on business value, feasibility, scalability, and user impact.

• Lead the end-to-end development, testing, piloting, deployment, and scaling of digital solutions to improve project delivery, productivity, and decision-making.

• Translate business and project management needs into clear functional requirements, collaborating with regional teams, IT, Data, and other relevant stakeholders.

• Coordinate digital initiatives across regions, encouraging alignment, knowledge sharing, and the reuse of successful solutions while avoiding duplicated efforts.

• Partner with IT, Data, Cybersecurity, and Enterprise Architecture teams to ensure solutions meet security, integration, scalability, and enterprise standards.

• Develop business cases and define performance indicators to measure efficiency gains, adoption rates, process improvements, and overall business impact.

• Drive process automation and digital workflow improvements to reduce administrative tasks and enhance project management effectiveness.

• Coordinate global pilots and rollouts, ensuring effective stakeholder engagement, communication, change management, and user adoption.

• Ensure compliance with corporate AI governance, cybersecurity, data privacy, data quality, and regulatory requirements.

• Monitor emerging AI and digital technologies and assess their potential applications within the global project management environment.

• Manage and continuously improve the Project Management digital platform, ensuring access to relevant tools, initiatives, training resources, community content, and events.

• Build and nurture a global project management community that promotes cross-regional collaboration, knowledge sharing, and best-practice adoption.

• Develop and deliver training, coaching, and communication initiatives to strengthen AI literacy and digital capabilities across the organization.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Business, Data, Project Management, or a related discipline.

• Significant experience in project or program management within a complex, global, and matrixed organization.

• Proven track record of leading and delivering large-scale, cross-functional transformation initiatives.

• Previous experience in digital transformation, business transformation, analytics, AI, consulting, or technology-driven environments.

• Practical understanding of artificial intelligence, advanced analytics, automation, data management, and cloud technologies.

• Strong change management skills, with demonstrated experience engaging stakeholders and successfully implementing new ways of working.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, navigate ambiguity, and adapt effectively to changing business needs.

• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, including the ability to engage senior leadership and collaborate with diverse teams across functions, regions, and cultures.

• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex technical and business concepts into clear recommendations and actionable outcomes.

• Strategic thinking combined with a hands-on approach to problem-solving, implementation, and continuous improvement.

• Ability to foster collaboration, encourage innovation, and drive digital adoption within international teams.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package starting from €67,200 gross per year, depending on experience and skills.

• Performance-based bonus opportunities.

• Comprehensive health insurance.

• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.

• Employee well-being programs, including access to an Employee Assistance Program.

• Professional development opportunities and an individual development plan.

• Access to a local network of vendors offering exclusive employee discounts.

• Community outreach initiatives and charity events.

• Employee Resource Groups promoting inclusion, collaboration, and professional development.

• A comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support employees' professional and personal well-being.