Senior Programme Manager

ADG; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

ADG (Accelera Digital Group) seeks a Senior Programme Manager to lead globally distributed projects, ensuring compliant, agile delivery infrastructure across multiple jurisdictions.

You will navigate cross-border challenges, manage resources and partnerships, and drive value through disciplined governance and stakeholder engagement. This leadership role reports to the Head of Delivery and supports rapid international expansion.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Engineering, or Technology from a top-tier institution.
• PMP, Prince2, or equivalent certification preferred.
• Service Delivery Management (ITIL) experience.
• Experience in Agile Project Management Methodology.
• Systems Analysis & Design experience.
• Project experience in complex technology global transformation programmes.
• Proven ability to handle unexpected challenges, analyze tough situations, and make smart decisions under pressure.
• Experience in implementing Cloud solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver multiple projects within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Coordinate interdependencies across the project portfolio.
• Monitor resources and escalate risks to timelines.
• Manage transitions from Sales to Delivery and from completion to operation.
• Define governance with customers and providers for visibility.
• Report status, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders.
• Mitigate risks and enforce change processes to protect timelines.
• Drive ROI through resource optimization and leadership decisions.
• Align delivery with global OEMs and Partners for milestone success.
• Oversee commercial management by monitoring budget burn rates and work completion.

Skills

Agile Project Management

Systems Analysis & Design

Cloud Solutions

Education

Degree in Business, Engineering, or Technology

PMP/Prince2/ITIL certification

Job description

At ADG, we aren’t just keeping pace with the digital frontier—we are actively engineering it. As a global strategic technology firm, we tackle complex challenges by giving our teams access to cutting-edge tech across AI, cloud architecture, and big data to build massive-scale solutions. But our most powerful asset isn’t just our tech stack; it’s our culture. We operate on a trust-based system completely free of micromanagement, driven by a flat hierarchy where the best idea always wins, regardless of your job title. We know that brilliant minds need space to build, which is why we champion a hybrid, independent working environment. Here, you are given the autonomy to structure your day, the tools to push technological boundaries, and the trust to do your best work. If you’re ready to shape the future of technology on your own terms, you’ve found your team.

Job Description: Senior Programme Manager

Reports to: Head of Delivery

About ADG

ADG (Accelera Digital Group) is a global strategic technology firm accelerating digital and AI transformation across Africa, the Middle East, and Europe. As a Tier-1 partner to Google Cloud, AWS, Microsoft, and Oracle, we operate at the intersection of high-stakes strategy and world-class engineering. With an aggressive global growth trajectory, ADG maintains active operations across the UAE, South Africa, Kenya, the UK, and Bahrain, with imminent expansion into KSA, Angola, Ethiopia, and the DRC.

The Opportunity

As the Senior Programme Manager, you will ensure ADG’s international expansion is underpinned by a robust, compliant, and commercially agile delivery infrastructure. You will navigate the complexities of multi-jurisdictional projects while overseeing global resource allocation to maintain operational excellence across diverse markets.

Key Responsibilities

Establish and lead various projects to deliver quality results within scope, schedule, and budget.

Coordinate interdependencies and integration points across the project portfolio.

Monitor work efforts and resource allocation, escalating risks to timelines proactively.

Track major milestones and adjust resource plans throughout the project lifecycle.

Take full accountability for the execution of project plans and team assignments.

Manage the transition of projects from Sales to Delivery and from completion to operation.

Define governance structures with customers and providers for total programme visibility.

Report detailed status, risks, and dependencies to all key stakeholders.

Mitigate risks and implement escalation protocols to protect project timelines.

Control change processes to ensure all scope modifications are approved in advance.

Prioritize resources and optimize performance to maximize overall ROI.

Drive timely leadership actions and decision-making across organizational levels.

3. Problem Solving & Complexity Management

Diagnose complex, cross-functional roadblocks across international jurisdictions and deploy rapid, data-driven solutions to keep programmes on track.

Break down vague, complex challenges into actionable resolution strategies with distinct accountability and quantifiable results.

Mediate and resolve critical escalations, technical trade-offs, and conflicting priorities between internal teams, global OEMs, and clients.

Anticipate systemic delivery bottlenecks and design preventative strategies rather than relying on reactive fixes.

Manage OEM and partner relationships to ensure quality and adherence to project parameters.

Enforce accountability for scope and schedule while resolving partner satisfaction issues.

Oversee commercial management by monitoring budget burn rates and work completion.

Verify milestone achievement to authorize and coordinate payment schedules.

5. Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

Align delivery with global OEMs and Partners to ensure technical and milestone success.

Manage expectations and build strong relationships with project sponsors and stakeholders.

Lead and mentor project teams to achieve goals and uphold responsibilities.

Drive continuous improvement and knowledge transfer through structured development.

Implement change management and maintain clear communication within teams.

Direct resource performance to strictly align with project scope and deliverables.

Qualifications & Experience

Education: Degree in Business, Engineering, or Technology from a top-tier global institution. PMP, Prince2, or equivalent professional certification is highly preferred.

Service Delivery Management (ITIL)

People Change Management

Experience in Agile Project Management Methodology

Systems Analysis & Design experience

Project experience in complex technology global transformation programmes

Proven ability to handle unexpected challenges, analyze tough situations, and make smart decisions under pressure.

Experience in implementing Cloud solutions

What We Offer

A leadership role with significant influence over the global trajectory and structural integrity of an award-winning firm.

The chance to be part of a global delivery function during a phase of rapid international expansion.

High-impact engagement with a portfolio of Tier-1 enterprise customers across the EMEA digital economy.

Ready for your next chapter? Don’t worry about fitting into a rigid corporate mold—bring your perspective, your questions, and your ambition.