Media24 is South Africa’s leading publisher with interests in digital media and services, newspapers, magazines, ecommerce, book publishing, print and distribution. It is part of Naspers, a multinational group of media and ecommerce platforms.
Strategy
Our purpose:
Building communities through content, technology and commerce.
What we do:
We create experie...
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Project Management: Plan, execute, and close projects while ensuring they stay on schedule and within budget. Collaborate with teams to meet milestones and deliver high-quality results.
Agile Leadership: Facilitate Scrum ceremonies, backlog refinement, and sprint planning. Drive continuous improvement through retrospectives and process optimization.
Stakeholder Communication: Act as the main point of contact for clients, leadership, and cross-functional teams. Provide clear updates on progress, risks, and key decisions.
Risk & Resource Management: Identify project risks early and implement mitigation strategies. Optimize resource allocation to balance workload and efficiency.
Quality Assurance & Testing: Oversee testing phases to ensure high standards and smooth deployments. Work closely with QA teams to address defects and validate functionality.
Release & Deployment: Plan and coordinate releases while ensuring system stability. Monitor post-launch performance and address issues promptly.
Budget & Financial Oversight: Manage project budgets, track expenses, and report financial status. Ensure accurate forecasting and cost control throughout the project lifecycle.
What we’re looking for
Bachelor's Degree, Diploma or NQF 7 in a Business management or IT management related field
8+ years of project management experience in Agile/Scrum environments.
Strong knowledge of Scrum, Kanban, and Agile methodologies.
Proven success in delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and risk management skills.
Experience with project management tools (Jira, Trello, Asana, etc.).