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Basic Requirements

• Formal Tertiary education: Grade 12
• B.Tech OR B.Sc Information Technology
• Project Management Certification (advantageous)
• Languages: English - Read, write and speak (required)
• Afrikaans - Read, write and speak (advantageous)
• Drivers Licence: Code 8 (required)
  
  

Job Objectives

As an IT Project Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end planning and execution of software installations, ensuring custom configurations align with project specifications. You will keep both internal and external stakeholders informed on project progress, acting as the vital link between developers, configuration teams, and hardware/network installation teams. Your technical expertise, project management skills, leadership, and problem-solving abilities will be key to driving successful project delivery.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years' experience in managing medium to large-scale IT projects, technology installations or system integrations
• Experience in the Manufacturing/Industrial Sector (Advantageous)
• Proven ability to effectively manage vendors, cross-functional teams and stakeholder expectations
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, networks, servers, databases and software deployment processes
• Experience in resource management and optimization
• Skilled in conflict resolution and aligning teams toward project goals
• Experience with Notion (Advantageous)
• Working knowledge of MS Office
  
  

Skills And Competencies

• Hands-on experience leading end-to-end IT projects, from initiation to completion.
• Pro-active and adaptable, with strong decision-making skills and the ability to adjust to changing project needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships between team members across various departments, and customers.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Motivating teams, ensuring accountability and driving projects forward.
  
  

Main Tasks And Responsibilities

• Project planning & execution: Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, timelines and resource allocations for IT installations and deployments.
• Stakeholder communication: Act as the primary point of contact for clients, vendors and internal teams, providing regular updates on project status, risks and deliverables.
• Risk management & Problem solving: Identify potential risks and create contingency plans to address issues proactively.
• Technical Coordination: Work closely with developers, configuration and hardware installation teams.
• Presentation & Reporting: Prepare and deliver project presentations, reports and status updates to management and customers.
• Continuous Improvement: Continuously evaluate project management methodologies and suggest improvements for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Travel Expectations: Project Managers might be required to travel to customer sites, local and international, depending on project needs.
• Jendamark Culture: Portray a positive image of Jendamark Automation while being detail-orientated, customer-focused and results-driven. This dedication may require working overtime to meet deadlines.
  
  

Preference will be given to employees from the designated groups in line with the provisions of the Employment Equity Act, No. 55 of 1998

Jendamark Automation reserves the right not to make an appointment. Applications will not qualify the applicant to an interview or appointment, as only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Please kindly consider your application unsuccessful if not contacted three weeks after submission/closing date.