IT Project Manager at University of Cape Town

The ideal candidate will have excellent verbal, written and inter-personal communication skills; have well-developed leadership skills; demonstrate a customer-centric focus with high levels of personal credibility and an ability to develop strong stakeholder relationships and manage expectations; demonstrate high levels of enthusiasm, initiative and adaptability; have strong planning, time management, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills; have a track record of accountability and integrity, taking ownership and following through on commitments; have a track record of quality delivery with attention to detail; work well independently and as part of a closely-knit team, committed to continual learning and development.

Appointment to this position will require the following:
Minimum Requirements:

• At least an NQF level 5 qualification in Information Systems, IT Management, IT Project Management or a related field;
• A completed, industry recognised, Project Management Certification (at practitioner level);
• A minimum of 8 years’ relevant IT Project Management experience serving as the Lead Project Manager on complex,
• large-scale ICT projects;
• A proven track record of successfully leading projects with diverse stakeholder groups including technical teams, business stakeholders / senior management and 3rd party technology partners / service providers;
• A strong track record of effective personal and team leadership;

Additional Requirements:

• At least 8 years’ relevant experience in managing a combination of Technology infrastructure and Application /
• Systems related projects with a strong grasp of the Systems Development Lifecycle;
• A proven track record of establishing effective project governance, and producing and maintaining required project documentation and artifacts;
• Excellent oral, written and inter-personal communication skills;
• Strong planning, organizing, coordinating and time management skills;
• Strong group facilitation and presentation skills;
• Medium to advanced proficiency in the use of MS Office and recognised project management software.

The following would be to your advantage:

• An accredited post-graduate diploma in project management;
• Familiarity with the Higher Education Sector in South Africa;
• Experience in Organisational Change Management as an enabler for successful project delivery;

The all-inclusive, annual remuneration package on offer is negotiable between R427,228 and R790,107, depending on whether applicants are considered for the 12-month contract post or the permanent post.

To apply, please clearly indicate which post you’re applying for – i.e. either “IT PM Contract Post” or “IT PM Permanent Post” – and email the below documents in a single pdf file to: [email protected]

• UCT HR201 Application Form (download at http://www.staff.uct.ac.za/staff/vacancies/general)
• Cover letter;
• Curriculum Vitae (CV);
• Copies of relevant qualifications and certifications;

Reference number: E22427

Closing Date: 9th, May 2022