ICT Programme Manager (12 Months FTCW) at PRASA

REFERENCE: R&S/PM/ICT/274 

OUTPUTS:

• Development of ICT governance framework
•  Develop/establish and implement ICT Project Management policies, processes, standard methodologies, standards, practices, and procedures.
•  Ensure:
• consistency and compliance in ICT project management. that audit recommendations are timeously addressed. the implementation of project processes, controls, templates, etc.

Oversee ICT Projects

•  Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for project evaluation.
•  Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of all projects.
•  Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance project delivery.
• Monitor project progress and ensure projects are on track and within scope.
•  Assess project performance and implement adjustments.
•  Evaluate financial aspects of projects, including return on investment and budget management.
•  Manage risks on the overarching project portfolio and individual approved projects.
•  Implement best practices to ensure that the organization derives optimum value and benefit realization throughout the programme lifecycle.

Management of resources

•  Optimize resource allocation based on project priorities.
•  Allocate and manage resources to ensure successful project execution.
•  Lead and mentor a team of Project Managers and Administrators.
•  Provide guidance, support, and training to team members.
•  Manage vendors/suppliers’ relationships to ensure they meet their obligations.
•  Manage human and physical resources in line with the organizational policies, processes, and procedures.

Reporting

•  Report on project status and performance.
•  Communicate project updates and key metrics to relevant stakeholders. 

KNOWLEDGE: 

•  Project management methodologies, tools, and best practices
•  Business acumen
•  Prince 2/PMBOK knowledge
•  MS Project
•  Financial, human, and supply chain management practices and processes

SKILLS: 

•  Management
•  Interpersonal
•  Communication
•  Analytical
•  Problem-solving

ATTITUDES: 

•  Detail oriented
•  Customer-centric
•  Tact and diplomacy
•  Result oriented

CAPABILITIES:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

•  Bachelor’s degree in information technology/ BSC Information Systems or Engineering Technology Management or Computer Science (NQF 7)

ADDED ADVANTAGE:

•  Certification in Project Management

EXPERIENCE

•  10 years’ ICT project management experience (managing multiple projects and third-party vendors on technologically complex enterprise solutions) of which a minimum of 4 years should be at the management level