IT Project Manager at FNB South Africa

Overview of the role and requirements:

• To direct and coordinate projects by applying governance structures, methodologies, reporting dashboards and relevant project management applications to ensure project objectives are met.
• To manage resources throughout the different project lifecycle stages and manage project prioritisation on departmental and divisional level.
• JIRA knowledge none negotiable  
• A technology background will be advantageous  
• Experience with SDLC and BDLC
• The successful candidate must be able to manage multiple projects at a time

You will be responsible for:

• Initiate and manage the planning process, clearly defining the project's scope, goals, and objectives.
• Develop detailed plans outlining tasks, resources, timelines, and deliverables, creating a solid foundation for project execution. 
• Manage 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. 
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget and scope, by producing project plans, manage, drive, and facilitate the delivery through various work streams and the work stream leaders of the project.
• 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, influencing performance standards and educating on processes.
• Implement and use governance and compliance procedures and processes effectively to identify and manage risks.
• Participate in the planning, designing, development and maintenance of project deliverables for specification compliance and make recommendations plus reviews and/or inspect work for quality, accuracy, and completeness.
• Comply with governance in terms of legislative and audit requirements.
• 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 
• Compile reports that track progress and guide business to make informed decisions.
• Continuously develop own expertise in terms of industry and subject matter development and application thereof in an area of specialisation.

What you will need:

• Over 3 years experience in similar role
• Project Management Diploma or Certification
• JIRA experience

We can be a match if you can:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work under pressure
• Good stakeholder engagement
• Ability to work in an ambiguous environment

End Date: February 12, 2026