Senior IT Project Leader: Drive Large-Scale Tech

Old Mutual Limited; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Mutual Limited in Cape Town is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to lead large IT initiatives, define the project vision, and manage delivery to time, budget and scope. You will drive planning, stakeholder engagement, risk management, and governance, ensuring successful outcomes.

The role requires a degree (NQF Level 7) and strong experience in agile project management, budget control and project governance, with the ability to lead a medium-sized project team in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• NQF Level 7 qualification or equivalent.
• Experience in Agile project management and governance.
• Ability to manage stakeholders and teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead project planning and approve plans to meet objectives.
• Define scope, gather requirements, and negotiate deliverables.
• Manage stakeholders and ensure appropriate voice for all parties.
• Identify and manage risks, issues, dependencies, and constraints; propose solutions.
• Oversee project reporting and governance updates to senior stakeholders.
• Guide the project team, coordinate resources, and mentor team members.
• Promote continuous improvement and ensure smooth closeout and handover.

Skills

Agile Project Management

Change Management

Prioritization

Project Budget Management

Project Communications Management

Project Estimations

Project Management Governance

Project Organization

Project Quality Assurance

Project Quality Management

Project Reporting

Project Scope Management

Requirements Management

Education

NQF Level 7 Degree or equivalent

Job description

Old Mutual Limited in Cape Town is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to lead large IT initiatives, define the project vision, and manage delivery to time, budget and scope. You will drive planning, stakeholder engagement, risk management, and governance, ensuring successful outcomes.

The role requires a degree (NQF Level 7) and strong experience in agile project management, budget control and project governance, with the ability to lead a medium-sized project team in a dynamic environment.