Programme Manager - Group (Parktown)

THE JOB AT A GLANCE

• To plan, coordinate, and oversee the execution of multiple related projects within a specific division, ensuring alignment with divisional strategy and organizational objectives.
• The Programme Manager drives the realization of business benefits through effective programme governance, stakeholder management, and resource optimization.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

Strategic Programme Management

• Translate divisional strategies into executable programme roadmaps
• Establish and maintain programme governance frameworks
• Ensure alignment between programme objectives and divisional goals
• Identify dependencies between projects within the programme
• Monitor and report on programme performance against defined metrics
• Lead the development of business cases for programme initiatives

​​​​​​​ Project Portfolio Oversight

• Coordinate and integrate multiple projects within the programme
• Monitor project progress, ensuring adherence to timelines, budget, and quality standards
• Identify and resolve conflicts and bottlenecks across projects
• Facilitate resource allocation and optimization across the project portfolio
• Review and approve project plans, ensuring alignment with programme objectives

​​​​​​​ Risk and Issue Management

• Implement comprehensive risk management frameworks at programme level
• Identify, assess, and mitigate programme-level risks
• Escalate critical issues to divisional leadership when necessary
• Ensure consistent risk management practices across all projects

​​​​​​​ Financial Management

• Develop and manage programme budgets
• Track and report on financial performance
• Implement cost control measures
• Ensure financial compliance and proper documentation

​​​​​​​ Stakeholder Management

• Engage with divisional leadership to ensure strategic alignment
• Manage expectations of diverse stakeholder groups
• Communicate programme status, risks, and achievements
• Build and maintain productive relationships with key stakeholders
• Facilitate resolution of conflicts between stakeholder priorities

​​​​​​​ Change Management

• Lead organizational change initiatives within the programme scope
• Assess change impact on divisional operations and culture
• Develop and implement change management strategies
• Monitor adoption and effectiveness of change initiatives

​​​​​​​ Team Leadership

• Provide leadership and guidance to project managers
• Facilitate professional development of programme team members
• Foster collaborative and high-performing team environment
• Resolve conflicts within the programme team
• Provide performance feedback and coaching

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE TABLE?

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum 7-10 years of project management experience
• Minimum 3-5 years of programme management experience
• Programme/Project Management certification PMP, MSP, or equivalent
• Experience managing complex programmes with multiple interdependent projects
• Experience with programme governance and portfolio management
• Track record of successful programme delivery within organizational constraints