Senior Project Manager

FirstRand Bank Limited; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstRand Bank Limited seeks an experienced Project Manager to drive planning, scope definition, and governance across the organisation. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage budgets and timelines, and implement change management practices to ensure smooth delivery and stakeholder alignment.

The role requires strong communication skills, 3+ years in Payments/Merchant Acquiring or similar environments, and familiarity with PowerCARD (HPS).

Qualifications

• Diploma in Information Systems, IT or related field.
• Postgraduate degree in Project Management preferred.
• CAPM/PRINCE2 accreditation or certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, define project scope, goals and objectives.
• Develop detailed plans outlining tasks, resources, timelines and deliverables.
• Manage resources, time and budget to deliver on project goals.
• Build relationships across teams to enhance delivery, collaboration and innovation.
• Implement change management practices and ensure alignment with governance.

Skills

Agile project management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Diploma in Information Systems / IT

Postgraduate degree in Project Management

CAPM / PRINCE2 Certification

Tools

PowerCARD (HPS)

Microsoft Office

Project tracking tools

Job description

Job Description

This role demands exceptional presentation and communication capabilities, with a proven ability to translate data and insights into compelling narratives that inform strategic decision-making across the FirstRand Group. The incumbent must demonstrate confidence and clarity in verbal presentations, effectively engaging stakeholders at all levels. Initiate and manage the planning process, clearly defining the project's scope, goals, and objectives. Develop detailed plans outlining tasks, resources, timelines, and deliverables, creating a solid foundation for project execution. Manage project resources (including people, procurement, systems, time and budget) from the initiation of an identified project to the end of the defined project lifecycle or process in order to deliver on project goals and objective. Build working relationships across teams and functional lines to enhance work delivery, collaboration and innovation. Effectively implement change management practices, processes and procedures and ensure optimal understanding and acceptance thereof, including the operationalisation of the change. Continuously develop own expertise in terms of industry and subject matter development and application thereof in an area of specialization. Manage indirect or direct teams within the context of defined processes, influence required performance parameters and act as technical coach where required. Implement people resource planning in line with delivery and performance objectives, on budget and in partnership with specialised areas. Continuously monitor actual project and process turnaround times and quality standards and resolve issues speedily to enhance effective client service delivery. Manage and advise on projects from beginning to end in alignment with identified organisational methods and governance guidelines. Contribute to the development of project budgets, control and report on budgeted resources to meet the project objectives. Maintain and build relationships for purposes of expectation management and project reporting. Compile and maintain relevant project documentation in accordance with agreed project procedures and methodologies to effectively support project delivery as well as comply with audit requirements. Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project life cycles. Apply knowledge of products, techniques and related processes to manage a team's task execution on quality and time. Direct, control, coordinate and optimise budgeted resources (including people, procurement, systems, time and budget) to meet specific objectives and deliver agreed results in accordance with a defined project lifecycle or process. Identify and participate in activities that are appropriate for own development as a life-long learner.

Requirements

Minimum Qualification - Project Management Diploma or Project management accreditation or certification: CAPM, PRINCE 2 Management Systems, IT, STEM or equivalent

Preferred Qualification - Post Graduate Degree Project management 5 to 7 years relevant experience in a project environment

Education: Diploma (NQF 6 or equivalent) in Information Systems, Business Analysis, IT, or related.

Experience: 3+ years specifically in Payments/Merchant Acquiring.

Platforms: Hands-on exposure to PowerCARD (HPS)—configuration, workflows, or integration (must-have).

Agile and/or traditional project management skills

Basic accounting and financial management skills

Knowledge of the full Microsoft Office suite

Knowledge of project tracking and enablement tools

Important Closing Date

Note: Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below. 15/11/26

Employment Equity & Disability

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

About FirstRand

FirstRand provides a comprehensive range of financial services in South Africa and certain markets in broader Africa. The group also offers certain niche products and services in the UK and India. Listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) and the Namibian Stock Exchange (NSX), FirstRand Limited is the largest financial institution by market capitalisation in Africa. The group follows a multi‑branding approach. Its portfolio of financial services businesses includes FNB, RMB, WesBank, Ashburton Investments, Aldermore, MotoNovo and DirectAxis. Many are leaders in their respective segments and markets, offering transactional, lending, investment and insurance products and services.

The FirstRand Corporate Centre houses many of the critical functions required by a large and complex financial services group. The group's track record of delivering superior returns to shareholders has been achieved through a combination of organic growth, acquisitions, innovation and the creation of completely new businesses. The group’s purpose of delivering Shared Prosperity provides many opportunities for employees to innovate to address social and environmental challenges in our markets. All of our businesses have successful Volunteering programmes which also allow employees to adopt and support causes close to their hearts.