Project Manager - Soweto Operations

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Community impact projects

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Project Manager to oversee community-focused initiatives in Soweto, Gauteng. You will drive planning, execution, and delivery with hands-on involvement and measurable results.

The role emphasizes coordinating with local stakeholders, managing resources efficiently, and delivering projects that advance organizational goals and community impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in project management.
• Experience in community-focused or operational settings.
• Understanding of Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience working in the Gauteng province or similar communities.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle from initiation to closure.
• Create detailed project plans with scope, timelines and resources.
• Coordinate activities across internal teams, partners, and stakeholders.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Track progress and provide regular status reports to senior management.
• Ensure outcomes meet quality standards and align with goals.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Agile methodologies

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and proactive Project Manager to oversee essential projects within their operations in Soweto, Gauteng. This role is crucial for ensuring the successful planning, execution, and delivery of initiatives that contribute to community development and organizational goals. You will be responsible for coordinating with local stakeholders, managing resources effectively, and driving projects forward to achieve desired outcomes. This is a significant opportunity for a motivated professional to make a tangible impact within the vibrant community of Soweto and the broader Gauteng region, working in a role that emphasizes hands‑on involvement and direct results.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle from initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closure.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope definition, work breakdown structures, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate project activities, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among internal teams, community partners, and external stakeholders.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, implementing proactive mitigation strategies.
• Track project progress against defined milestones and deliverables, providing regular status reports to senior management.
• Ensure project outcomes meet quality standards and align with the strategic objectives of the organization and community impact goals.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in project management, with a proven track record of successful project delivery, preferably in community-focused or operational settings.
• Solid understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and proficiency with relevant tools.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to engage diverse groups.
• Experience working within the Gauteng province and understanding local community dynamics is a significant advantage.
• Relevant bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance-based recognition.
• Opportunity to work on projects with significant community impact.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Structured training and professional development opportunities.
• A supportive work environment focused on collaboration and tangible results.