Project Manager ● REF NO: EG 22/25

City of Cape Town; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 1,021,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Cape Town invites applications for a project management role focused on economic growth. The successful candidate will coordinate complex projects, ensuring adherence to governance standards and enhancing the capabilities of project management within the team. This position offers the opportunity to work on impactful development initiatives in various geographic locations.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years project management experience.
• Prior experience in construction-related fields is recommended.
• Valid Code B Driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Develop frameworks for project implementation and success.
• Coordinate and facilitate complex projects to meet strategic goals.
• Perform project monitoring and evaluation at a portfolio level.

Skills

Computer Literacy

Project Management

ERP Systems

MS Office

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in project management

Tools

MS Visio

Excel

Projects

Job description

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Economic Growth ● Project Management Office

TCOE SALARY: R1 020 311 PER ANNUM

Requirements:

• A relevant tertiary qualification with a focus on project management
• Valid Code B Driver’s licence
• Computer Literacy: MS Office
• Ability to use standard organizational computerised tools and systems (ERP, MS Visio, Excel, Projects) to generate and navigate reports and documents is advantageous
• Willingness to work outside of normal hours in different geographic locations to meet project-specific requirements and deadlines
• 2-5 years project management experience
• Prior project management experience in construction related disciplines or the built environment is recommended
• Previous experience in ERP project monitoring systems is recommended

Key Performance Areas:

• Develop frameworks to guide the implementation of multiple projects for greater impact and success.
• Provide project management decision support for successful project implementation.
• Perform project monitoring and evaluation at a portfolio level to ensure adherence to governance systems, processes, and alignment with objectives and deliverables.
• Coordinate and facilitate projects of varying complexity to ensure strategic and operational goals are met.
• Maintain professional records and governance of projects.
• Enhance project management capabilities and standards among staff and teams.
• Implement contract management and supply chain processes in line with organizational requirements.

Application Process:

Please apply online at www.capetown.gov.za/careers (external applicants) or via the SAP Portal (internal applicants), unless otherwise stated.

By submitting your application, you consent to the use of your personal information for recruitment and selection purposes, including potential criminal, security, personal verification, and lifestyle checks.

Closing date: 15 June 2025

• Quote the reference number in all communications.
• Certified copies of qualifications must be available upon request.
• Supporting documents will not be returned.
• Applications will not be acknowledged in writing.
• Visit our website at www.capetown.gov.za/careers.
• No late applications will be considered.
• If no notification is received within three months, consider your application unsuccessful.