Senior Public Sector Project Lead – Delivery & Stakeholders

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Secure public service environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead and manage key public sector initiatives, ensuring delivery within scope, time, and budget.

The role involves collaborating with government departments and stakeholders, navigating regulatory environments, and driving impactful public service projects.

Candidates should have extensive PM experience in the public sector, strong governance knowledge, and excellent communication skills to steer large-scale programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of project management experience, including public sector projects.
• Strong understanding of government processes, regulations, and compliance.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and complex project schedules.
• Degree in Public Administration, Management, or related field.
• Experience with project management software and tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle for public sector initiatives, from conception to completion.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, and risk assessment.
• Ensure adherence to public procurement policies and governmental regulations.
• Liaise with government officials, community leaders, and other stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular status updates.
• Ensure all deliverables meet public service standards and impact goals.

Skills

Public sector project experience

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Budget management

Risk management

Project management software

Education

Degree in Public Administration

Degree in Management or related field

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead and manage key public sector initiatives, ensuring delivery within scope, time, and budget.

The role involves collaborating with government departments and stakeholders, navigating regulatory environments, and driving impactful public service projects.

Candidates should have extensive PM experience in the public sector, strong governance knowledge, and excellent communication skills to steer large-scale programs.