Senior Program Manager

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Executive health benefits

Retirement plan

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Program Manager in Sandton to oversee strategic initiatives and multiple related projects. The role requires exceptional planning, execution, and stakeholder management to deliver high-impact programs that align with organizational goals.

You will lead a team of project managers, manage budgets and risks, and partner with executives to drive long-term strategic outcomes in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in program or senior project management.
• Experience managing large, cross-functional programs.
• Expertise in program management methodologies and best practices.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
• Master's degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage program objectives, scope, and deliverables.
• Coordinate multiple project managers and their projects.
• Develop and manage program budgets and financial objectives.
• Identify and mitigate program-level risks and dependencies.
• Communicate status, milestones, and issues to executives.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Program management

Stakeholder communication

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Program Manager to oversee strategic initiatives and multiple related projects within their organization in Sandton. This leadership role requires exceptional strategic thinking, planning, and execution capabilities to ensure the successful delivery of complex, high-impact programs. You will manage program scope, budgets, resources, and risks, while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels. This is a critical position for driving organizational change and achieving long-term strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and manage program objectives, scope, and deliverables, aligning with organizational strategy.
• Oversee and coordinate multiple project managers and their respective projects within the program.
• Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring financial objectives are met.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program-level risks and dependencies.
• Communicate program status, key milestones, and issues to executive leadership and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Extensive experience (10+ years) in program management or senior project management roles.
• Proven ability to manage large, complex, cross-functional programs.
• Expertise in program management methodologies and best practices.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
• Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package with significant performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive executive health and wellness benefits.
• Generous retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Opportunities for high-level strategic impact and career advancement in Sandton.
• A sophisticated and challenging work environment.