Senior Program Manager

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work support

Tech allowance

Health insurance

PTO

Parental leave

Leadership development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly strategic Senior Program Manager to lead a portfolio of interconnected initiatives in a remote-first setup. You will align portfolios across departments, govern programs, and drive business outcomes with executive stakeholders in a distributed environment.

The role requires a proven track record in managing large-scale programs, guiding remote teams, and delivering complex initiatives using Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in program or portfolio management.
• Proven ability to lead and manage remote teams effectively.
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies in hybrid/remote environments.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage the overall strategy, roadmap, and execution of assigned programs.
• Oversee the successful delivery of multiple concurrent projects within the program portfolio.
• Identify and manage program-level risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and manage expectations.
• Lead and mentor project managers and team members involved in the program.
• Establish and report on program KPIs to executive leadership.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Remote team leadership

Communication

Presentation

Interpersonal skills

Agile

Waterfall

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly strategic and experienced Senior Program Manager to lead a portfolio of interconnected projects within their remote-first operations. This critical role involves orchestrating multiple project teams, ensuring strategic alignment, and driving significant business outcomes across various departments. You will be responsible for defining program governance, managing interdependencies, and ensuring the successful delivery of large-scale initiatives that contribute to the company's overarching goals. This position demands a leader adept at managing complexity, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and communicating effectively with executive stakeholders in a distributed setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and manage the overall strategy, roadmap, and execution of assigned programs.
• Oversee the successful delivery of multiple concurrent projects within the program portfolio.
• Identify and manage program-level risks, issues, and dependencies, ensuring timely resolution.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring alignment and managing expectations.
• Lead and mentor project managers and team members involved in the program.
• Establish and report on program key performance indicators (KPIs) to executive leadership.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field; PMP or PgMP certification is strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in program or portfolio management, with a significant portion managing large-scale, complex initiatives.
• Proven ability to lead and manage remote teams effectively.
• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies in a hybrid or remote environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and annual bonus structure.
• Comprehensive remote work support and technology allowances.
• Executive-level health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and parental leave policies.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.