Senior Program Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading salary

Comprehensive benefits (medical,Dental

Retirement plans

Generous paid time off and parental-le

Executive coaching and professional de

Flexible remote work culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Program Manager to lead a portfolio of strategic initiatives from a remote location in South Africa. You will align program objectives with the company’s long-term vision, manage high-level stakeholders, and drive delivery across multiple departments.

You will develop program strategies, oversee budgets and resources, mentor project managers, and proactively manage risks and dependencies to deliver significant business outcomes.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of program or project management experience with strategic leadership.
• Proven track record managing large, multi-interdependency programs.
• Expertise in program management methodologies and best practices.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and remote leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute program strategies aligning with business goals.
• Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of multiple concurrent projects.
• Manage program budgets, resources, and timelines.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Program management

Stakeholder management

Remote leadership

Job description

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Program Manager to lead and orchestrate a portfolio of strategic initiatives. This is a fully remote position, demanding exceptional leadership and strategic planning capabilities to manage complex, inter-related projects across various departments. You will be responsible for aligning program objectives with the company's long-term vision, managing high-level stakeholders, and ensuring the successful delivery of significant business outcomes. We are looking for a visionary leader with a proven ability to drive large-scale change, manage sophisticated risks, and foster collaboration within a distributed workforce. This role offers the chance to significantly influence our client's strategic direction and operational excellence from a remote location.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute program strategies, ensuring alignment with overarching business goals and objectives.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and successful delivery of multiple concurrent projects within the program portfolio.
• Manage program budgets, resources, and timelines, ensuring fiscal responsibility and efficiency.
• Lead and mentor project managers and team members across geographically dispersed locations.
• Identify, assess, and manage program-level risks, issues, and dependencies proactively.
• Communicate program status, key milestones, and critical decisions to executive leadership and stakeholders.

Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in program or project management, with a significant focus on strategic leadership.
• Demonstrated success in managing large, complex programs with multiple interdependencies, preferably in a remote setting.
• Expertise in program management methodologies and best practices.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, leadership, and decision-making capabilities.
• Superior communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, vital for remote leadership .

Benefits

• An industry-leading salary commensurate with experience and a substantial bonus structure.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement plans.
• Generous paid time off and parental leave policies.
• Access to executive coaching and extensive professional development opportunities.
• A truly flexible and empowering remote work culture focused on impact and results.