Project Manager (Parktown) at Rand Mutual - RMA

Description
THE JOB AT A GLANCE

• The Project Manager will oversee the planning, implementation and tracking of specific medium-long term RMA projects with specific deliverables as identified by Senior Management.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

Tasks and Responsibilities

Plan the project             

• Define the scope of the project in collaboration with senior management
• Create a detailed work plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the project
• Determine the resources (time, money, equipment, etc.) required to complete the project
• Develop a detailed schedule for project completion that effectively allocates the resources to the activities and considers the long-term impact of decisions and possible risks
• Engage with senior management and all stakeholders / staff that will be affected by the project activities, to review the project schedule; revise the schedule as required
• Determine the objectives and measures upon which the project will be evaluated at its completion

Staff the project            

• In consultation with the appropriate manager, recruit, interview and select staff and/or volunteers with appropriate skills for the project activities
• Ensure that all project personnel receive an appropriate orientation to the organization and the project

Implement the project 

• Execute the project according to the project plan and manage project deliverables making decisions and solving problems within the scope of the project. Escalate non-project related decisions and problems to the project sponsor/business owner
• Ensure that the project deliverables are met on time, within budget and at the required level of quality
• Develop forms and records to document project activities
• Set up files to ensure that all project information is appropriately documented and secured
• Monitor the progress of the project and adjust as necessary to ensure the successful completion of the project
• Establish a communication schedule to update stakeholders including appropriate staff in the organization on the progress of the project
• Review the quality of the work completed with the project team on a regular basis to ensure that it meets the project standards
• Ensure that proper risk processes are in place and that project risk is continuously monitored

Control the project       

• Write reports on the project for management and project owners/funders and Exco
• Communicate with funders as outlined in funding agreements
• Monitor and approve all budgeted project expenditures
• Monitor cash flow projections and report actual cash flow and variance to senior management on a regular basis (monthly/bimonthly)
• Manage all project funds according to established accounting policies and procedures
• Ensure that all financial records for the project are up to date
• Prepare financial reports and supporting documentation for funders as outlined in funding agreements

Requirements

Required Qualifications 

• NQF Level 7: Bachelor’s degree in any related field
• Qualification in project management or equivalent is a must
• SCRUM Masters qualification / Agile developmental methodology advantageous
• At least 5 years or more Project Management experience
• Direct work experience in project management capacity
• Sound experience planning and managing complex medium to long-term projects (6 – 24 months)
• Knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of project management
• Knowledge of project management techniques and tools