Senior Project Manager

Webwiser; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital marketing agency in South Africa is seeking a Senior Digital Project Manager to oversee cross-functional teams and deliver client-focused digital strategies. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in digital media, excellent communication skills, and a passion for innovation. This full-time, on-site role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Competitive compensation packages

Membership on the Senior Management Team

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in digital media strategy, planning, and management.
• Expertise across digital channels and strong client liaison experience.
• Proven experience in management reporting and leading client presentations.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional collaboration to ensure client success.
• Plan and oversee digital campaigns for various channels.
• Mentor team members and align their skills with career goals.

Skills

PPC

SEO

Content

Social Media

Programmatic

E-commerce

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Education

Third-level qualification in Digital Marketing, Business, or related discipline

Tools

Monday.com

Figma

Keynote

Job description

At WBWR, we're not just a digital experience and e-commerce marketing agency – we're trailblazers in redefining online success. We're on a mission to empower brands and businesses with unparalleled digital strategies that transcend boundaries and elevate customer experiences to new heights.

What Sets WBWR Apart:

• Passion for Performance: We thrive on results. Our unwavering commitment to delivering measurable and impactful outcomes sets us apart. Every campaign and every project is a testament to our dedication to excellence.

• Innovation at the Core: At WBWR, we don't just keep up with trends; we set them. Our culture fosters innovation, encouraging our team to push boundaries, embrace challenges, and pioneer solutions that redefine the digital marketing landscape.

• Collaborative Synergy: We believe in the power of collaboration. Our diverse team brings together a wealth of expertise, perspectives, and talents, creating a dynamic environment where creativity flourishes and ideas come to life.

Current Opportunity: Senior Digital Project Manager

The Senior Digital Project Manager is a senior position within WBWR, responsible for managing account management teams and ensuring strategic delivery that meets client expectations and budgets.

Responsibilities:

• Lead effective and efficient cross-functional collaboration within the agency to deliver client success.

• Prioritize and manage clients’ expectations.

• Plan and oversee digital campaigns, including display, video, social media, etc.

• Ensure strategic and creative excellence of team outputs in response to client briefs.

• Maximize team output and efficiencies by coordinating workflows, delegating tasks, and managing workloads.

• Mentor team members and develop their skills aligned with their career goals.

• Play a key role in recruiting new team members as needed.

Requirements:

• Third-level qualification in Digital Marketing, Business, or related discipline.

• Typically 8+ years’ experience in digital media strategy, planning, and management.

• Recent senior-level agency experience (Senior Account Manager / Account Director).

• Digital native with expertise across digital channels: PPC, SEO, content, social, programmatic, e-commerce, etc.

• Excellent presentation, communication, and negotiation skills, with senior client liaison experience.

• Demonstrable commercial experience managing budgets and growing revenues for major brand campaigns.

• Strong experience participating in new business pitches.

• Excellent organisational and time management skills with keen attention to detail.

• Proven experience in management reporting.

• Confident leading and participating in client presentations.

• Proficient with Monday.com, Figma, and Keynote.

• Experience with media planning.

Project Management Expertise (Essential):

• Formal training or certification in Agile methodologies including Scrum and Kanban.

• Strong understanding and practical experience with Waterfall project management frameworks.

• Experience applying hybrid project management approaches to balance flexibility and structure.

• Ability to lead sprint planning, retrospectives, and manage project backlogs effectively.

• Knowledge of project management tools and techniques to drive project delivery on time and within budget
  What We Offer:

• A dynamic and inclusive work environment.

• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development, including continuous learning in project management and digital marketing.

• Competitive compensation packages.

• Membership on the company’s Senior Management Team (SMT).

• Exciting projects with leading brands and businesses.

• Competitive industry-related salaries.

• Full-time, on-site working arrangement.

About Us:

At the forefront of innovation, WBWR combines creativity, data-driven insights, and cutting-edge technology to craft digital experiences that captivate and convert.

Join Our Team:

Are you ready to be part of a team that doesn’t just meet expectations but exceeds them? WBWR is expanding, and we’re looking for passionate individuals ready to make a mark in the digital experience and e-commerce marketing realm.

Please apply to this job posting. If you have the basics, we will invite you for a chat — your personality is as important to us as your skills.