Senior Programme Manager - Strategic Initiatives

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1,400,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical aid

Provident fund

Executive travel allowances

Executive coaching and leadership培训

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Programme Manager to lead a portfolio of high-impact, strategic initiatives in a premier financial technology environment. This office-based role oversees cross-project alignment, governance, and delivery of measurable business benefits.

The ideal candidate will bring 12+ years of PM/Programme experience, with 7+ years in senior roles, and hold a Master’s degree plus PMP/PgMP.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of project/programme management experience, incl. 7+ years in senior programme roles.
• Proven track record delivering complex, strategic fintech programmes.
• Executive-level governance, risk and stakeholder management expertise.
• Master's degree and mandatory PMP/PgMP certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a portfolio of strategic programmes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Develop and maintain programme roadmaps, governance structures, and performance metrics.
• Oversee project managers within the programme, providing guidance, support, and mentorship.
• Manage programme budgets, resource allocation, and vendor relationships effectively.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate programme-level risks and issues, developing proactive solutions.
• Facilitate strategic decision-making and ensure effective communication with executive stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement in programme management methodologies and practices.
• Ensure successful delivery of programme objectives, leading to tangible business benefits.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Governance & risk management

MSP/PRINCE2/APM

Education

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

Tools

MSP

PRINCE2

Agile Portfolio Management

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the financial technology sector, is seeking a highly accomplished Senior Programme Manager to lead a portfolio of strategic initiatives in their prestigious Sandton office. This is a critical, office-based role focused on driving high-impact, complex programmes that align with the company's long-term vision and market objectives. You will be responsible for the oversight and successful execution of multiple interconnected projects, ensuring strategic alignment, resource optimization, and effective risk management across the programme. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of programme management best practices within a dynamic, fast-paced corporate environment. This is a premier opportunity to shape the strategic direction of a leading firm in the heart of Gauteng's financial district, based in Sandton.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a portfolio of strategic programmes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Develop and maintain programme roadmaps, governance structures, and performance metrics.
• Oversee project managers within the programme, providing guidance, support, and mentorship.
• Manage programme budgets, resource allocation, and vendor relationships effectively.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate programme-level risks and issues, developing proactive solutions.
• Facilitate strategic decision-making and ensure effective communication with executive stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement in programme management methodologies and practices.
• Ensure successful delivery of programme objectives, leading to tangible business benefits.

Requirements

• A minimum of 12 years of experience in project and programme management, with at least 7 years in a senior programme management role.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex, strategic programmes, ideally within the FinTech or financial services industry.
• Demonstrated expertise in programme governance, risk management, and stakeholder management at an executive level.
• Strong strategic thinking and business acumen.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Proficiency in programme management tools and methodologies (e.g., MSP, PRINCE2, Agile Portfolio Management).
• A Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field; PMP, PgMP, or equivalent certifications are mandatory.
• Experience working within a corporate office environment in Sandton is advantageous.
• Ability to manage complex interdependencies between projects and stakeholders.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly attractive remuneration package, including significant performance bonuses and comprehensive executive benefits such as top-tier medical aid, provident fund, and executive travel allowances.
• Employees benefit from substantial leave entitlements and unparalleled opportunities for career advancement and professional development, including executive coaching and leadership training.
• Join a prestigious organization in Sandton , Gauteng , and play a key role in driving strategic success for a leading FinTech firm.