Project Office Manager: Project Office Ref no. DOTP 06/2025 at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose    

• The Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to facilitate and co-ordinate the management of all provincial E-government and ICT programmes and projects.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification) in Project Management; Business Administration or Information Technology or relevant field; A minimum of 3 years  experience in ICT environment.

Recommendation    

• A valid (code B or higher) driving license; Project Management Certificate.

Key Performance Areas    

• Portfolio Management: Oversee the programmes and projects, ensuring that all projects align with the organisation's strategic goals, deliver the intended value and benefits; Portfolio Governance: Establish and maintain portfolio and project management standards, methodologies, and best practices; Resource Management: Optimise the allocation of resources across portfolio to maximise efficiency and effectiveness;Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their needs and expectations. Provide regular updates on project status, risks, and issues, and ensure effective communication throughout the project lifecycle; Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate portfolio and / or project risks. Develop contingency plans and ensure that risk management practices are integrated into project planning and execution; Performance Monitoring: Track and report on portfolio performance metrics. Use data-driven insights to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed; Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of continuous improvement by promoting lessons learned and best practices. Encourage innovation and the adoption of new tools and techniques to enhance project delivery.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of  the following: Portfolio, programme and project management best practice, theory and methodology (PMBOK, Prince 2); Enterprise ICT programmes/projects; Supply Chain Management; Budgeting and Cash Flow; Human Resource Management practices; Applicable legislation such as the PFMA, Public Service Act and Regulations, SITA Act and Regulations, Access to Information Act, Telecommunications Act, Electronic Communications and Transactions Act etc; Financial and administrative management; Budgetary procedures and control; Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Research and technical writing; Innovative problem solving; Analytical capability; Strategic thinking and planning; Project management; Presentation; Conflict resolution.