Senior Project Manager

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Senior Project Manager

We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team and help drive meaningful, high-impact change in client environments. This role is central to the successful delivery of complex digital projects, combining leadership, technical understanding, and strategic problem-solving.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• As a Senior Project Manager, you will play a key role in:
• Scoping projects and developing business cases
• Managing project timelines, budgets, risks, and issues
• Facilitating delivery through structured project management methodologies
• Applying your understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Business Analysis to solve client problems effectively
• Engaging cross-functional technical teams to drive delivery within complex, data- and software-driven environments
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Tertiary degree, diploma, or certificate in a related field (e.g., Project or Programme Management)
• PMP certification (non-negotiable)
• Agile Practitioner certification (SAFe or SCRUM) is preferred – or willingness to certify shortly after onboarding
  
  

Experience And Knowledge

• 3–6 years’ experience in dedicated Project Management roles, with 10+ years total professional experience
• Proven experience managing technical projects involving enterprise software and data within digital technology environments
• Experience in either the Mining or Banking industry (preferred)
• Familiarity with product lifecycle management
• Previous experience as a SCRUM Master or EPIC Owner (Programme Manager) advantageous
• Knowledge of COBIT and ITIL frameworks beneficial
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed project schedules and backlogs (SOWs, prioritisation, resource plans)
• Manage project risks, actions, issues, and decisions (RAID)
• Coordinate project integration and change management activities
• Oversee budget and cost control, including procurement and financial reporting
• Ensure quality assurance processes are followed
• Facilitate conflict resolution and stakeholder negotiation
• Lead cross-functional, multi-disciplinary teams
• Oversee release and configuration management activities
• Prepare and present reports for Steering Committees
• Ensure compliance with internal governance standards and frameworks
  
  

Competencies

• Critical Thinking – Apply logic and reasoning to identify strong solutions
• Active Learning – Adapt based on new information and insights
• Business Acumen – Understand organisational structures and industry contexts
• Systems Thinking – Evaluate how systems interact and respond to change
• Complex Problem Solving – Break down multifaceted issues and develop practical solutions
• Deductive & Inductive Reasoning – Use structured and intuitive approaches to decision-making
• Excellent Communication – Engage effectively with senior stakeholders through both verbal and written channels
  
  

Moyo Culture And Values

We seek understanding.

We make a difference.

We’ve got your back.

We are leaders.

We are reliable.

We are brave.

Our company provides equal employment opportunities to all.