Project Manager
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Islamic Relief South Africa (IRSA) is a member of Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW), a UK based international relief and development charity, which aims to alleviate the suffering of the world’s poorest people.
Position Title: Project Manager
Organisation: Islamic Relief South Africa
Location: Durban
Reports to: Regional Programmes Coordinator
Purpose of Position
The Project Manager will play a central role in ensuring that the main elements of the project are achieved in a timely and effective manner.
Key Accountabilities
Project Management
- Ensure that the project is implemented according to plan from the beginning to the end, and that agreed objectives have been met.
- Ensure implementation of the agreed-upon funding proposal, assist with revising the proposal and budget over time if required, based on input and feedback from key stakeholders.
- Work closely with individuals and groups supporting the delivery of any activity, while determining roles and responsibilities based on activity requirements and timeframes.
- Ensure that project documentation is well managed and available to relevant stakeholders, Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation & Reporting (PMER) and for audit purposes.
- Ensure that relevant indicators are recorded, tracked and reported.
- Draft and Manage project MOUs, contracts and agreements to ensure good project governance.
- Work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment demonstrating teamwork, innovation and excellence
- Establish practices, templates, tools and partnerships to expand and mature these capabilities for the organization.
Financial Management and Controls
- Oversee the efficient administration of the project in terms of finances, consultant contracts, keeping of records/minutes and other administrative tasks as required.
- Provide timely and high quality finance reports to the Line Manager on the results of the process.
Project Monitoring
- Communicate progress, risks, expectations, timelines and milestones to appropriate stakeholders.
- Establish and maintain a usable and well-communicated schedule for all phases of the projects, ensuring effective Monitoring and Evaluation system.
- Conducting regular field visits to ensure effective implementation of projects activities.
- Provide on-site leadership for project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals, adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones.
Reporting
- To provide quarterly and monthly narrative reports to the IR Programmes Department.
- Develop regular projects updates and timely narrative activity reports, as required.
- Ensure compliance to legislative requirements of KZN for the smooth operations of the project, more details to shared later.
Others
- Travel and spend time within the field for 60% of the year.
- Carry out, where possible, any other duties that is in line with the job purpose as requested by the line-manager.
Key interfaces:
- Communicates effectively and systematically across the organization.
- Regional Programmes Coordinator
- HoD
- All staff
Educational Qualification:
- A graduate degree in development, humanitarian or any other related field.
Skills & Knowledge Required
- Minimum of 3 years of successful project management experience in the humanitarian/development field (Rehabilitation and construction project management, and capacity building areas).
- Knowledge of the humanitarian and development sectors, and experience with and knowledge of humanitarian standards.
- Proven skills in leading, reporting, analysing and problem-solving.
- Well-developed organizational and planning skills.
- Management skills, including strong teambuilding skills.
- Able to communicate verbally and written in English.
- Good Computer Skills (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Ms Project).
- Punctuality and respect for rules and procedures.
- Able to work independently, i.e. with minimal supervision and well under pressure.
- Must be able to maintain the highest level of confidentiality regarding work-related information and data.
Key Islamic Relief Qualities Required
- It is essential that the post holder shows a good understanding and sympathy with Islamic values and principles as well as commitment to IR’s vision and mission as per below:
- Excellence (Ihsan): Our actions in tackling poverty are marked by excellence in our operations and conduct which are deserving of the people we serve.
- Sincerity (Ikhlas): In responding to poverty and suffering our efforts are driven by sincerity to God and the need to fulfil our obligations to humanity
- Social Justice (Adl): Our work is founded on enabling people and institutions to fulfil the rights of the poor and vulnerable. We work to empower the dispossessed towards realising their God-given human potential and developing their capabilities and resources.
- Compassion (Rahma): We believe the protection and well-being of every life is of paramount importance and we shall join with other humanitarian actors to act as one in responding to suffering brought on by disasters, poverty and injustice.
- Custodianship (Amana) : We uphold our duty of custodianship over the earth, its resources and the trust people place in us as humanitarian and development practitioners to be transparent and accountable.
Dearest applicant, kindly consider the following:
If the requirements of the application as above, is not met, we will consider the application as incomplete and this will therefore not be accepted.
Please consider your application as unsuccessful if you are not contacted within a month after the closing date.
Over and above operational requirements Islamic Relief South Africa will take into account the country’s and organizational employment equity imperatives.
#J-18808-LjbffrProject Manager
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Overview
We are a Supply Chain and Sales & Merchandising partner adding value to your business through a fully integrated, temperature-controlled network in Southern Africa.
But we are also more than that. We are people serving people. While we boast the best in tech and infrastructure, our people are our greatest resource. With our skilled, curious, can-do people at the forefront, our assets become your assets, our service your solutions.
Vector’s vehicle fleet includes a food industry first in ‘multi-temperature’ vehicles enabling the company to service business across frozen, chilled and ambient temperature zones on a single delivery.
Job PurposeVector Logistics, a leading name in the logistics industry, is seeking a Project Manager to join our team. The successful incumbent will be responsible for designing, planning and implementing logistics solutions, whilst managing stakeholder (internal & external) expectations throughout the solution design and implementation phase.
Responsibilities- This role directly supports company objectives and contributes to identifying, analyzing & developing value-adding and robust solutions for current & prospective customers.
- This role directly supports the company objectives of effective change management across multiple streams, projects, and business objectives.
- Ensuring strategic business objectives and projects are scoped, analysed, implemented, sustained, and measured.
- This role directly supports Project Implementations across various functions and departments. Implementing and ensuring key project management principles are adhered to and aligned with.
- Implementing and Maintaining Project management governance procedures across VECTOR Logistics.
- Effectively managing the change in various business segments (Departments).
- Guiding the Organization through the S-Curve.
- Successful collaboration with Operations team & other internal stakeholders is critical.
- Successful collaboration with EXCO and Top Management is critical.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required for the Job
- Bachelor of Engineering in Industrial Engineering
- 5 years or more relevant Logistics & Supply Chain Management experience or Other Industry Related.
- 5 years’ experience in Project Management Required and essential.
- 5 years’ experience in Business Analysis and Change Management essential.
- Experience in Supply Chain optimization, planning and design.
- Development of BRS (Business Requirement Specifications).
- Development of SRS (System Requirement Specifications).
- WMS/ERP systems skills and experience: Operational experience, development experience will be advantageous.
- TMS systems skills and experience.
- Proven Change Management Skills and Experience required.
- SAP ERP
- Warehouse Management Systems
- Project Management
- Change Management
We look forward to hearing from you!
#J-18808-LjbffrProject Manager
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MANCOSA, a DHET registered and CHE accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate business qualifications, has the following vacancy available.
PROJECT MANAGERCORE PURPOSE
MANCOSA is looking for an experienced Project Manager who will be responsible for planning, executing, and closing IT-related projects. This role requires coordinating efforts across various teams, ensuring the successful delivery of projects, and managing the implementation of software solutions.
CORE FUNCTIONS
- Project Planning – define scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with other stakeholders. Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget estimates.
- Team Coordination – lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure collaboration and alignment with project goals.
- Risk Management – identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies. Monitor and manage project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
- Project Execution – oversee the execution of projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards. Monitor progress and make adjustments as needed to keep the project on track.
- Resource Management – manage project resources, including personnel, technology, and budget. Optimise resource allocations to maximise efficiency and project success.
- Stakeholder Communication – communicate project progress, issues, and resolutions to stakeholders in a clear and timely manner. Facilitate regular project status meetings and produce project status reports.
- Quality Assurance – establish and enforce quality standards and procedures. Conduct regular reviews to ensure the accuracy and reliability of data outputs.
- Implementation and Integration – oversee the implementation of solutions and integrations with existing systems. Collaborate with IT teams and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and data flow.
- Documentation – maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, reports, and change requests. Ensure compliance with data governance and security policies.
SKILLS AND PROFICIENCIES
- Proficiency in project management.
- Understanding of IT/software projects.
- Familiarity with data visualisation tools and analytics platforms.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Attention to detail.
- Be able to work during weekends and after hours if required.
- Will be required to travel.
- Qualification in Project Management (e.g. PMI/PMP/Agile PMO/Prince 2)
Project Manager
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A Global Manufacturing Concern is looking to hire an experienced Project Manager / Industrial Engineer to join their Durban office.
Duties & ResponsibilitiesThis person will lead projects from concept to implementation, drive operational excellence and ensure continuous improvement in processes.
- Work with SC Leads to drive a pipeline of cost saving initiatives, and System enhancements to drive automation/ embracing digitalization, including E-commerce solution
- Process enhancement - continuous enhancement of processes
- Drive future enhancements - e.g., e-commerce, digitalization
- Manage projects from inception to execution
- Continuous improvement involves quality control, just-in-time delivery, standardized work, the use of efficient equipment, and the elimination of waste
- Support and Development of Digitalization, automation of reporting including, for example, Dashboards
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
- Min 5 years' experience in a Project based role, with strong analytical capabilities (FMCG)
- Understanding Lean Methodologies
- Proficient in MS Office and SAP
Project Manager
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Job description:
We are hiring!
At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centered around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking diverse and inclusive individuals who value a safe environment.
We’re looking for an experienced Project Manager responsible for managing a portfolio of medium to complex projects from business case development to post-implementation review, including all project resources within the team.
As a Project Manager, your responsibilities will include:
- Consulting with stakeholders to develop detailed business cases, determining capital expenditure, ROI, resource needs, and risk assessments for the annual capital budget.
- Preparing and managing the annual capex and renewals budget, aligned with the mill and Sappi SA five-year capital/growth plan.
- Reviewing, developing, and coordinating project justifications, cost estimates, and execution plans.
- Coordinating pre-feasibility studies, utilizing internal and external inputs, and documenting results.
- Determining resource requirements, including capex, operational costs, skills, and change management resources.
- Ensuring engineering designs meet standards and codes.
- Completing bid reviews and analyzing equipment proposals.
- Coordinating project execution to meet approved plans.
- Preparing and presenting project reports for PPC meetings.
- Developing project work breakdown structures in SAP and managing costs.
- Developing cash flow forecasts and ensuring compliance with inputs from project leaders.
- Driving scheduling, procurement, installation, commissioning, and testing of new equipment.
- Ensuring compliance with statutory, safety, environmental, and mill procedures.
- Managing the projects department, including the drawing office, project team, and resources, overseeing project delivery and output.
What are we looking for?
- BSc or National Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering, or Pulp and Paper Processing preferred.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent.
- 5-8 years of project implementation experience in manufacturing.
- Pulp and Paper experience is advantageous.
- People management experience is advantageous.
What’s in it for you?
- Opportunity to work in a thriving global organization.
- Learning and development programs for career growth.
- Travel opportunities (role-dependent).
- Competitive leave benefits.
- Employee wellbeing benefits.
Junior Project Manager
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South Africa - KwaZulu Natal, eThekwini Central (Durban / Pinetown / Umlazi)
Monthly Cost To Company (Market related)
Are you looking to build your career in project management and grow in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Our clients focus is on the creation of strategically located, operationally efficient storage facilities in close proximity to coastal and inland logistics hub. We’re searching for Junior Project Managers who are eager to learn, motivated, and committed to ensuring successful project delivery. The successful candidates will demonstrate strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to achieve project deliverables by working effectively with both internal resources and external stakeholders in Durban . This role is well-suited to individuals with drive, energy, and a willingness to learn.
Position: Junior Project Manager
Location: Durban, Kwa-Zulu Natal
Direct Report : Project Manager
Preferred Qualifications & Experience- A relevant 3-year Tertiary Degree or equivalent Diploma.
- Project Management accreditation/certification will be an added advantage.
- 1–3 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
- Detail-oriented, with a focus on producing accurate and well-organised project documentation.
- Proactive, eager to learn, and willing to take on new challenges.
- Strong problem-solving ability and capable of working effectively under guidance.
- Adaptability to thrive in a dynamic, demanding environment.
- Team player with a strong sense of responsibility and commitment to project success.
- Actively participate in all project meetings and assist with follow-ups to monitor and report on progress.
- Highlight deviations from original project plans and propose corrective actions.
- Record, file, and systematically manage meeting proceedings to ensure accessibility.
- Maintain and update project plans with a strong focus on internal communication.
- Create, maintain, and track detailed project schedules to ensure contractual delivery.
- Track and report performance in line with service level agreements (SLAs).
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Junior Project Manager
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South Africa - KwaZulu Natal, eThekwini Central (Durban / Pinetown / Umlazi)
Monthly Cost To Company (Market related)
Are you looking to build your career in project management and grow in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Our clients focus is on the creation of strategically located, operationally efficient storage facilities in close proximity to coastal and inland logistics hub. We’re searching for Junior Project Managers who are eager to learn, motivated, and committed to ensuring successful project delivery. The successful candidates will demonstrate strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to achieve project deliverables by working effectively with both internal resources and external stakeholders in Durban . This role is well-suited to individuals with drive, energy, and a willingness to learn.
Position: Junior Project Manager
Location: Durban, Kwa-Zulu Natal
Direct Report : Project Manager
Preferred Qualifications & Experience- A relevant 3-year Tertiary Degree or equivalent Diploma.
- Project Management accreditation/certification will be an added advantage.
- 1–3 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
- Detail-oriented, with a focus on producing accurate and well-organised project documentation.
- Proactive, eager to learn, and willing to take on new challenges.
- Strong problem-solving ability and capable of working effectively under guidance.
- Adaptability to thrive in a dynamic, demanding environment.
- Team player with a strong sense of responsibility and commitment to project success.
- Actively participate in all project meetings and assist with follow-ups to monitor and report on progress.
- Highlight deviations from original project plans and propose corrective actions.
- Record, file, and systematically manage meeting proceedings to ensure accessibility.
- Maintain and update project plans with a strong focus on internal communication.
- Create, maintain, and track detailed project schedules to ensure contractual delivery.
- Track and report performance in line with service level agreements (SLAs).
- Follow the link to our job seeker’s page:
- Search for Junior Project Manager
- Click "Apply" to submit your CV
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Junior Project Manager
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South Africa - KwaZulu Natal, eThekwini Central (Durban / Pinetown / Umlazi)
Monthly Cost To Company (Market related)
Are you looking to build your career in project management and grow in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Our clients focus is on the creation of strategically located, operationally efficient storage facilities in close proximity to coastal and inland logistics hub. We’re searching for Junior Project Managers who are eager to learn, motivated, and committed to ensuring successful project delivery. The successful candidates will demonstrate strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to achieve project deliverables by working effectively with both internal resources and external stakeholders in Durban . This role is well-suited to individuals with drive, energy, and a willingness to learn.
Position: Junior Project Manager
Location: Durban, Kwa-Zulu Natal
Direct Report : Project Manager
Preferred Qualifications & Experience- A relevant 3-year Tertiary Degree or equivalent Diploma.
- Project Management accreditation/certification will be an added advantage.
- 1–3 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
- Detail-oriented, with a focus on producing accurate and well-organised project documentation.
- Proactive, eager to learn, and willing to take on new challenges.
- Strong problem-solving ability and capable of working effectively under guidance.
- Adaptability to thrive in a dynamic, demanding environment.
- Team player with a strong sense of responsibility and commitment to project success.
- Actively participate in all project meetings and assist with follow-ups to monitor and report on progress.
- Highlight deviations from original project plans and propose corrective actions.
- Record, file, and systematically manage meeting proceedings to ensure accessibility.
- Maintain and update project plans with a strong focus on internal communication.
- Create, maintain, and track detailed project schedules to ensure contractual delivery.
- Track and report performance in line with service level agreements (SLAs).
- Follow the link to our job seeker’s page:
- Search for Junior Project Manager
- Click "Apply" to submit your CV
Project Manager (BET)
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Job Description
Excellent planning, organizational, and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Responsibilities
Ensuring Project Management
- Build and maintain strong business relations with internal customers to interpret requirements.
- Review changes in legal and procedural requirements affecting projects.
- Validate product requirements with departmental teams and facilitate handover to development.
- Analyze information and business systems to recommend process improvements.
- Coordinate and manage meetings with stakeholders and team members.
- Report project status as per the Communication Plan or business needs.
- Track project schedules proactively and drive corrective actions.
- Manage end-to-end project planning, including scope, communication, risk, dependencies, cost, and stakeholder management.
- Assist in creating and updating team capacity plans and backlog reviews.
- Identify and schedule project deliverables and milestones.
- Adhere to best project management practices and methodologies.
- Manage changes in time, cost, and scope proactively.
- Track project decisions and support benefits monitoring and reporting.
- Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle and provide technical support.
- Manage internal processes and external resources or suppliers.
- Ensure procedures and processes are followed and monitor project completion.
Ensures effective Reporting
- Report on success criteria, metrics, testing, and deployment activities.
- Analyze status reports, identify issues, and troubleshoot.
- Communicate project milestones, risks, dependencies, and issues to leadership.
- Define and disseminate success criteria throughout the project lifecycle.
Ensures effective Communication
- Communicate risks, issues, timing, budget, resources, and scope to management.
- Collaborate with Senior Project Manager and PMO Leader on enterprise projects.
- Engage with departmental teams to understand business requirements.
Living our Spirit
- Promote a culture of collaboration and open communication.
- Support diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging within the team.
- Encourage versatility and adaptability, supporting team members and the broader organization.
- Drive continuous learning and act as a change agent to approach tasks proactively and enthusiastically.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or National Diplomas.
- Relevant Project Management Certifications (PMP, Prince II, Scrum Master, etc.).
- 2-3 years’ experience in Software Development Project Management.
- Experience with full product lifecycle and understanding of technology methodologies.
- Solid experience in Software Development Lifecycle and Implementation.
About Us
We don't just recruit talent; we cultivate it. BET Software is a diverse betting software provider in Sub-Saharan Africa, with a growing international presence. We support high transactional volumes in a fast-paced industry, fostering an environment of collaboration, learning, and growth. Our team comes from diverse backgrounds, and we recruit throughout South Africa and internationally.
#J-18808-LjbffrSenior Project Manager
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ð What Youll Do
As part of a future-focused program, youll play a pivotal role in modernizing the store environment, enhancing customer experience, and expanding financial services operations. Youll lead complex IT and business projects, with a strong focus on Point of Sale (POS) system implementations.
ð Who You Are
A versatile consultant with 7+ years of project management experience , including large-scale retail IT deployments.
- Proven success in POS system rollouts within fashion retail environments.
- Experience across diverse project typesavoiding siloed or narrow expertise.
- Strong communicator with the ability to engage senior stakeholders (including C-level).
- FMCG experience is a plus.
- PMBOK or equivalent certification is beneficial but not required.
- Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria in alignment with business objectives.
- Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and milestones.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams, vendors, and remote resources.
- Monitor progress, manage risks and dependencies, and deliver regular status updates.
- Conduct post-project reviews to drive continuous improvement.
- Ensure benefits realization from digital initiatives, focusing on automation and legacy system integration.
- Demonstrate strong capabilities in risk management , stakeholder engagement , and content knowledge .
Ready to lead transformation in one of South Africas most dynamic retail environments?
Apply now to be part of a team thats shaping the future of omni-channel retail.