Job Description

Overview of the role and requirements:

• To drive business change that delivers value through the structured implementation and delivery of projects against time, resource, money and scope constraints
• A technology background will be advantageous  
• An understanding of Data Engineering, MI, BI and Data warehousing will be an advantage

You will be responsible for:

• Manage the project resources (including people, procurement, systems, time and budget) from the initiation of an identified project to the end of the defined project lifecycle or process in order to deliver on project goals and objectives
• Continuously develop own expertise in terms of industry and subject matter development and application thereof in an area of specialization
• Maintain and build relationships for purposes of expectation management and project reporting
• Focus on providing optimal services and improving service delivery processes to meet or exceed customer expectations
• Lead indirect teams by providing a meaningful context, setting performance standards and educating on process
• Manage the quality of delivery in line with predefined quality standards, procedures, SLA’s and project plans to ensure customer goal achievement
• Implement and use governance and compliance procedures and processes effectively to identify and manage risks
• Contribute to the development of project budgets, control and report on budgeted resources to meet the project objectives
• Assist with the creation of change management plans and implement these to maximise the adoption and/or usage and minimise resistance
• Compile and maintain relevant project documentation in accordance with agreed project procedures and methodologies to effectively support project delivery as well as comply with audit requirements

You’ll Be an Ideal Candidate If You Have

• A CAPM, PMP or any Project management certification or qualification
• A minimum of 3-5 years' experience in managing medium to complex projects impacting several systems and teams
• Have a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in an agile and waterfall environment.
• Excellent Stakeholder engagement skills
• Commercial Lend experience
• Knowledge on 1Jira and Snow systems
• Experience with iDNA or Data Management & DDLC processes.

We Can Be a Match If You Are

• Adaptable and curious
• Thrive in collaborative environments.
• Ability to work under pressure
• Able to work effectively in a complex and forever changing environment.
• Have courage to have tough conversations
• Apply now if you are interested to take the next step. We look forward to engaging with you further.

Job Details

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.