Senior Project Manager - Permanent
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Company: H2R Africa Job Reference: JHB001199/DH Date Posted: Thursday, April 2, 2026 Location: Johannesburg, South Africa Salary: Monthly
Summary: Project Manager – Technology Programmes - Permanent Position
Are you a strategic leader with a passion for driving technology programmes to success?
Our client in the FMCG industry is looking for an experienced Project Manager to oversee and manage multiple related technology projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives.
Position Info
Please note that no CVs will be kept for future use. Only apply if you qualify in full.
What You’ll Do
- Lead the planning and implementation of technology projects & programmes.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to cross-functional teams.
- Develop and implement strategic roadmaps for technology initiatives.
- Coordinate project teams and third-party vendors, managing interdependencies.
- Manage budgets, resources, and schedules to optimise efficiency.
- Serve as the primary communication link between project teams and senior stakeholders.
- Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Ensure governance, compliance, and continuous improvement across programmes.
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Engineering, IT, Finance, or related field.
- Professional certifications such as PMP, Prince2, PMI-ACP (or similar).
- 6–9 years of project management experience, including leading cross-functional teams.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in system integrations.
- Proven track record in budget accountability and governance frameworks.
- Experience in digital, IT, projects.
How You’ll Be Measured
- Delivery performance against scope, quality, and business case benefits.
- Financial management: budget accuracy, cost control, ROI.
- Stakeholder satisfaction and engagement.
If you’re ready to take ownership of complex technology programmes and deliver real business value, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of IT delivery!
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Engineering, IT, Finance, or related field.
- Professional certifications such as PMP, Prince2, PMI-ACP (or similar).
- 6–9 years of project management experience, including leading cross-functional teams.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in system integrations.
- Proven track record in budget accountability and governance frameworks.
- Experience in digital, IT, projects
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning and implementation of technology projects & programmes.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to cross-functional teams.
- Develop and implement strategic roadmaps for technology initiatives.
- Coordinate project teams and third-party vendors, managing interdependencies.
- Manage budgets, resources, and schedules to optimise efficiency.
- Serve as the primary communication link between project teams and senior stakeholders.
- Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Ensure governance, compliance, and continuous improvement across programmes.
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