Junior Project Manager

About the position

My client based in Bellville is currently looking for a Junior Project Manager to join their team on a contract basis.

IT / FINANCE

Qualifications & Experience

• Grade 12 certificate
• Relevant IT or Project Management qualification (e.g., Diploma, BCom IT, PMP certification)
• Minimum 3 years' experience managing IT projects
• Experience managing outsourced projects in multi-vendor environments
• Solid experience implementing SaaS solutions, including user authentication and authorization
• Familiarity with IT and architecture governance
• Experience in Financial Services projects is an advantage

Responsibilities

• Plan, define, and manage projects in line with established project management methodology and standards
• Identify, track, and manage project risks, issues, dependencies, and budgets
• Prioritize project scope items based on capacity, budget, and expected business benefits
• Monitor progress, track finances, and provide timely reporting and feedback
• Manage resources effectively, including contracting and utilization
• Oversee procurement, vendor contracts, and delivery in accordance with agreements
• Facilitate project management forums for reporting, escalation, and decision-making
• Apply formal change management processes for scope, budget, or timeline adjustments
• Build and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders
• Ensure smooth handover from project delivery to ongoing operational support (BAU)

Competency

• Confident, self-starter, and independent worker
• Strong communication, networking, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Innovative thinker with a delivery-focused mindset
• Ability to work across multiple tasks in complex business and IT landscapes
• Team player with the ability to translate technical IT concepts into business-friendly language

If you are ready for the next exciting step in your career, and would like to apply, please send us your updated CV to review.

Desired Skills:

• Project Management Office (PMO)
• PMO
• SDLC
• DEVSECOPS