Strategic Programme Lead – Delivery & Governance

The Focus Group; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in South Africa seeks an experienced Programme Manager to lead a portfolio of large, complex projects. You will ensure alignment with organizational goals, manage stakeholder relationships, and oversee compliance and risk management. Requirements include a minimum of 10 years in project management and a Bachelor's Degree. This role demands strong leadership skills, financial oversight, and the ability to drive strategic initiatives in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in a project or programme environment involving large projects.
• 2–3 years’ management experience leading teams or managers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, organising, and control of multiple projects/programmes.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and implement communication strategies across various channels.
• Manage budgets and allocate project resource costs appropriately.
• Build a high-performance culture across teams and manage recruitment.

Skills

Management information & reporting

Organisational behaviour theory

Capacity planning

Client service management

Talent management

Stakeholder management

Financial management

Microsoft Project

Project toolkits

Project management

Education

Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate

Advanced Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

A leading consulting firm in South Africa seeks an experienced Programme Manager to lead a portfolio of large, complex projects. You will ensure alignment with organizational goals, manage stakeholder relationships, and oversee compliance and risk management. Requirements include a minimum of 10 years in project management and a Bachelor's Degree. This role demands strong leadership skills, financial oversight, and the ability to drive strategic initiatives in a collaborative environment.