Strategic Program Executive Lead

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Executive health benefits

Retirement plan

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Program Manager in Sandton to oversee strategic initiatives and multiple related projects. The role requires exceptional planning, execution, and stakeholder management to deliver high-impact programs that align with organizational goals.

You will lead a team of project managers, manage budgets and risks, and partner with executives to drive long-term strategic outcomes in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in program or senior project management.
• Experience managing large, cross-functional programs.
• Expertise in program management methodologies and best practices.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
• Master's degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage program objectives, scope, and deliverables.
• Coordinate multiple project managers and their projects.
• Develop and manage program budgets and financial objectives.
• Identify and mitigate program-level risks and dependencies.
• Communicate status, milestones, and issues to executives.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Program management

Stakeholder communication

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Program Manager in Sandton to oversee strategic initiatives and multiple related projects. The role requires exceptional planning, execution, and stakeholder management to deliver high-impact programs that align with organizational goals.

You will lead a team of project managers, manage budgets and risks, and partner with executives to drive long-term strategic outcomes in a dynamic environment.