Senior Project Manager

FirstRand Bank India; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstRand Bank India is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead end-to-end initiatives within the FirstRand Group. You will plan, execute and govern projects, managing budgets, timelines and stakeholder expectations with a focus on payments/merchant acquiring platforms.

The role requires hands-on PowerCARD (HPS) experience, Agile or traditional PM skills, and strong communication to align diverse teams and deliver strategic outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualification - Project Management Diploma or CAPM/PRINCE 2 Management Systems, IT, STEM or equivalent
• Post Graduate Degree in Project Management
• 3+ years experience in Payments/Merchant Acquiring
• Hands-on exposure to PowerCARD (HPS) configuration, workflows, or integration
• 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

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals and objectives, with detailed plans and deliverables.
• Manage resources across the project lifecycle to deliver goals.
• Build cross-team relationships to improve delivery and collaboration.
• Apply change management practices and operationalise them.
• Develop personal expertise in industry and apply it to the role.
• Lead teams within defined processes and coach where needed.
• Plan resources in line with delivery objectives and budgets.
• Monitor turnaround times and quality, resolve issues to improve client service.
• Manage projects end-to-end in line with governance guidelines.
• Contribute to project budgets and report on resources.
• Maintain relationships for expectation management and reporting.
• Prepare project documentation to support delivery and audits.
• Define success criteria and share with involved parties.
• Apply knowledge to manage task execution on quality and time.
• Direct and optimise budgeted resources to meet objectives.
• Identify activities for ongoing professional development

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Change management

Agile methodologies

Budgeting

MS Office

Education

Diploma (NQF 6) in Information Systems

CAPM / PRINCE2 certification

Post Graduate Degree in Project Management

Tools

PowerCARD (HPS) configuration/workflows/integration

MS Office suite

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.

Job Description:

• 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

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.