Programme Administrator at PwC South Africa

Job Description & Summary

• At PwC, our people in project portfolio management focus on optimising project portfolios to drive strategic business outcomes.
• These individuals oversee project selection, prioritisation, and resource allocation to facilitate successful project delivery.
• In project management at PwC, you will oversee and coordinate various projects to facilitate successful delivery within budget and timeline.
• You will leverage strong organisational and communication skills to effectively manage teams and stakeholders.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
• Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
• Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
• Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
• Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
• Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

Qualifications / Certifications required:

Required:

• NQF Level 7 or above (ZA)
• Some experience in a programme or project administration role (public sector experience preferred)

Preferred:

• Interest in or experience with programme management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, MSP)
• Previous exposure to financial tracking, stakeholder coordination, or programme documentation management

Experience required:

We are looking for candidates with:

• Strong administrative and organisational skills, ideally with some experience supporting programme or project teams.
• Exposure to risk and issue management, including assisting with risk logs and governance activities.
• Ability to track budgets, process invoices, and support financial reporting
• Experience coordinating meetings, preparing agendas, and documenting decisions.
• Strong attention to detail, particularly in managing programme documentation and compliance records.
• An understanding of how public sector programmes operate and a desire to develop expertise in transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities of role:

• As a Programme Administrator within our Enterprise Transformation team, your responsibilities will include:
• Assisting with the development and maintenance of programme plans
• Supporting senior team members to ensure deliverables are client-ready and submitted on time
• Supporting with risk reporting, including maintaining the programme risk log, and coordination of internal risk meetings.
• Maintaining programme documentation, filing structures, and ensuring accurate records are kept.
• Assisting with budget tracking and resource allocation for the programme.
• Supporting the drafting of statements of work and coordinating reviews/signatures.
• Preparing presentations, reports, and programme updates for clients and senior leadership.
• Assisting with KPI milestone reporting and performance tracking.
• Helping to coordinate team-wide calls and meetings with alliance partners.
• Implementing PwC internal processes, including compliance requirements.

Beyond your core responsibilities, you will also:

• Shape the future of public services, working on large-scale programmes that deliver real impact to communities.
• Leverage cutting-edge technology and digital tools to enhance programme efficiency and effectiveness.
• Be part of a high-performing, collaborative team, working with global experts and industry leaders.

Desirable skill sets include:

• Planning and coordination: strong organisational skills, ability to manage multiple tasks
• Reporting and documentation: strong writing skills to prepare reports, meeting notes, and project updates.
• Financial administration: basic understanding of budget management.
• Stakeholder engagement: strong communication skills and ability to coordinate across teams.
• Technology & Compliance: comfortable working with digital tools for tracking progress and ensuring compliance with company policies.

Role related attributes:

• A proactive and self-motivated approach to problem-solving
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage documentation accurately
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Passionate about making a real-world impact.

Industry experience required:

• Exceptional entry-level candidates with some exposure to programme or project management (internships, work placements, or volunteering roles) will be considered. A strong interest in public sector initiatives is essential.

Travel Requirements

• Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

• No

Job Posting End Date

• July 31, 2025