937 Program Manager jobs in South Africa

We are looking for a Program Manager to be responsible for organising projects and activities for our organisation. You will be tasked with developing programs to support the organization's strategic direction, as well as creating and managing long term goals. You will also oversee developing budgets and operating plans for programs and writing program funding proposals. To be successful in this role, you will need to have prior experience in both program management and project management. The ideal incumbent would also come from a Finance / Insurance background.

Roles and responsibilities

• Organizing programs and activities in accordance with the mission and goals of the organization.
• Developing new programs to support the strategic direction of the organization.
• Creating and managing long-term goals.
• Developing a budget and operating plan for the program.
• Developing an evaluation method to assess program strengths and identify areas for improvement.
• Writing program funding proposals to guarantee uninterrupted delivery of services.
• Managing a team with a diverse array of talents and responsibilities.
• Ensuring goals are met in areas including customer satisfaction, safety, quality, and team member performance.
• Implementing and managing changes and interventions to ensure project goals are achieved.
• Meeting with stakeholders to make communication easy and transparent regarding project issues and decisions on services.
• Producing accurate and timely reporting of program status throughout its life cycle.
• Working on strategy with the marketing team

What we look for in our ideal candidate Education and experience requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce, IT, or equivalent
• 5-8 years of Project Management experience
• Knowledge of Project Management Legislation, Cost Management, Contract and Service Management Relevant
• Essential knowledge and skills in Agile, Jira, Confluence, and Scrum

Technical Proficiency

• Program Management
• Project Manager experience beneficial
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Agile
• Jira
• Confluence
• Scrum

Key skills and Competencies

• Ability to multitask
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Strong interpersonal and client service skills
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Proactive, with strong follow-up and time management abilities
• Ability to take initiative

Personal abilities

• Excellent listening and communication skills
• Attention to detail and extremely organised nature
• Confident and resilient
• Integrity and dependability
• Empathetic, friendly, professional and accountable

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JOB DESCRIPTION
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end program lifecycle, from ideation to implementation, for key initiatives within our product portfolio.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to establish program vision, strategy, and roadmap, aligning with business objectives and customer needs.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer feedback to unearth opportunities and guide program decisions.
• Define and prioritize features based on value, feasibility, and strategic alignment, leveraging agile methodologies to drive rapid iteration and delivery.
• Work closely with engineering teams to translate requirements into actionable user stories, offering clear direction and support throughout the development process.
• Monitor and analyze program performance metrics, pinpointing areas for enhancement and optimization to enrich the customer experience and drive business outcomes.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in Program Management, sharing insights and fostering continuous learning and improvement across the organization.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, IT, Computer Science, or Commerce fields.
• Program Management Certification.
• Proven experience as a Program Manager, with a track record of successfully launching and optimizing digital products.
• 5+ years of experience collaborating with engineering teams in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating the ability to manage multiple projects, stay organized, and prioritize deadlines effectively.
• Project Management experience is an advantage.

Skills:

• Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making capabilities, with the ability to translate complex insights into actionable strategies and initiatives.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and cultivate consensus around program priorities and trade-offs.
• A passion for innovation and customer-centric design, with an unwavering focus on delivering exceptional experiences that fuel business growth and customer loyalty.

Behaviours:

• Cultivates Innovation - creates an environment that fosters and nurtures a culture of creativity which drives success.
• Decision Quality - consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions.
• Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets.
• Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems.
• Persuades - effectively influences others by gaining support and commitment in the delivery of organisational goals and objectives.
• Plans and Aligns - develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives.
• Tech Savvy - leverages new technology to enhance productivity, improve problem solving, and support business growth.

Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

ABOUT US

Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We're a purpose-led business, and on this team, you'll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.

We're the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.

Are you with us?

ABOUT THE TEAM

TFG's Information Technology team is responsible for the company's technological systems and the maintenance of its digital and technological infrastructure. By selecting future-fit technology and methodologies, they help the business meet its strategic objectives. They assess our business landscape and our market to ensure adaptability, scalability, expansion, and risk reduction. #J-18808-Ljbffr

As market leader in enterprise application software, SAP helps companies of all sizes and industries innovate through simplification. From the back office to the boardroom, warehouse to storefront, on premise to cloud, desktop to mobile device – SAP empowers people and organizations to work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively to stay ahead of the competition. SAP applications and services enable customers to operate profitably, adapt continuously, and grow sustainably.

PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

Founded in November 2012, the SAP Digital Skills Center (Formerly TDI) strives to support in the creation of sustainable work possibilities by boosting the business system knowledge and entrepreneurial mindset of students, young graduates, and the experienced workforce in the region. By offering a host of programs tailored to bring SAP business skills to those who have a cultural and social understanding of a local region, the SAP DSC’s initiatives help talented minds not only to find jobs but also to establish their own companies by nurturing their entrepreneurial mindset. Furthermore, SAP DSC serves as Think Tank for knowledge exchange, co-creation and co-innovation. Operating in a fast-paced “start-up” environment, The SAP DSC requires employees with hands-on and multi-tasking mentality.

As one of the DSC’s successful programs, SAP’s Dual Study Program combines and alternates theory (Academia & SAP) and practice (SAP Workplace Experience) into a 1-2 year program run by universities in cooperation with SAP. Over the course of the program, students will gain a combination of SAP solution skills and certifications, paired with soft skill trainings and practical experience through internships.

EXPECTATIONS AND TASKS

This position will support the program management activities for theSAPDigital Skills Center. As individual contributor, the Program Manager will support the Head of Digital Skills Center and take over well-defined activities to help manage the program campaigns and events.

The role will be limited for a duration of 12 months; with an option to extend thereafter.

As Program Manager for theSAPDigital Skills Center, major responsibilities will include :

• Supporting daily operations of Program Managers independently
• Engage with current YPP’s – assist them with any issues or problems
• Collaborating with internal teams, partner universities, and external stakeholders to ensure program alignment and success.
• Manage any relevant documentation and post-program CVs of graduates
• Developing and implementing comprehensive training plans, including curriculum design, resource allocation, and scheduling.
• Assist Program Managers in administration tasks – recording of statistics, demand and placement
• Post-program follow-ups and regular LinkedIn checks of YPPs to monitor placement numbers and locations
• Promote program advertisements and success stories through social media
• Support in creating and initiating recruitment adverts on job portals, university campuses etc.

In That Capacity

• Executes standard and non-standard (less complex) tasks alone
• Acquires deeper knowledge about processes, executes professionally and uses his / her initiative in situations
• Ensures successful execution of the internal processes
• Takes over additional tasks (e.g. smaller projects, project management)
• Seeks proactive feedback / works proactively to identify opportunities for improvement
• Very good organizational skills and an ability to keep track of tasks, responsibilities and deadlines

Education And Qualifications / Skills And Competencies

• Bachelor degree in a Business / Management Related Field
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Fluent in English.
• Strong project management skills, detail oriented; must be highly organized with the ability to manage towards multiple deadlines simultaneously
• Able to build strong relationships, is results driven and self-motivated

SAP'S DIVERSITY COMMITMENT

To harness the power of innovation, SAP invests in the development of its diverse employees. We aspire to leverage the qualities and appreciate the unique competencies that each person brings to the company.

SAP is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and / or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to HR Direct (Americas : , APJ : , EMEA : ). Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

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As market leader in enterprise application software, SAP helps companies of all sizes and industries innovate through simplification. From the back office to the boardroom, warehouse to storefront, on premise to cloud, desktop to mobile device – SAP empowers people and organizations to work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively to stay ahead of the competition. SAP applications and services enable customers to operate profitably, adapt continuously, and grow sustainably.

PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

Founded in November 2012, the SAP Digital Skills Center (Formerly TDI) strives to support in the creation of sustainable work possibilities by boosting the business system knowledge and entrepreneurial mindset of students, young graduates, and the experienced workforce in the region. By offering a host of programs tailored to bring SAP business skills to those who have a cultural and social understanding of a local region, the SAP DSC’s initiatives help talented minds not only to find jobs but also to establish their own companies by nurturing their entrepreneurial mindset. Furthermore, SAP DSC serves as Think Tank for knowledge exchange, co-creation and co-innovation. Operating in a fast-paced “start-up” environment, The SAP DSC requires employees with hands-on and multi-tasking mentality.

As one of the DSC’s successful programs, SAP’s Dual Study Program combines and alternates theory (Academia & SAP) and practice (SAP Workplace Experience) into a 1-2 year program run by universities in cooperation with SAP. Over the course of the program, students will gain a combination of SAP solution skills and certifications, paired with soft skill trainings and practical experience through internships.

EXPECTATIONS AND TASKS

This position will support the program management activities for theSAPDigital Skills Center. As individual contributor, the Program Manager will support the Head of Digital Skills Center and take over well-defined activities to help manage the program campaigns and events.

The role will be limited for a duration of 12 months; with an option to extend thereafter.

As Program Manager for theSAPDigital Skills Center, major responsibilities will include:

• Supporting daily operations of Program Managers independently
• Engage with current YPP’s – assist them with any issues or problems
• Collaborating with internal teams, partner universities, and external stakeholders to ensure program alignment and success.
• Manage any relevant documentation and post-program CVs of graduates
• Developing and implementing comprehensive training plans, including curriculum design, resource allocation, and scheduling.
• Assist Program Managers in administration tasks – recording of statistics, demand and placement
• P ost-program follow-ups and regular LinkedIn checks of YPPs to monitor placement numbers and locations
• Promote program advertisement s and success stories through social media
• Support in creating and initiating recruitment adverts on job portals, university campuses etc.

In That Capacity

• Executes standard and non-standard (less complex) tasks alone
• Acquires deeper knowledge about processes, executes professionally and uses his/her initiative in situations
• Ensures successful execution of the internal processes
• Takes over additional tasks (e.g. smaller projects, project management)
• Seeks proactive feedback/works proactively to identify opportunities for improvement
• Very good organizational skills and an ability to keep track of tasks, responsibilities and deadlines

Education And Qualifications / Skills And Competencies

• Bachelor degree in a Business/Management Related Field
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Fluent in English .
• Strong project management skills, detail oriented; must be highly organized with the ability to manage towards multiple deadlines simultaneously
• Able to build strong relationships, is results driven and self-motivated

SAP'S DIVERSITY COMMITMENT

To harness the power of innovation, SAP invests in the development of its diverse employees. We aspire to leverage the qualities and appreciate the unique competencies that each person brings to the company.

SAP is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to HR Direct (Americas: , APJ: , EMEA: ). Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Requisition ID: 432573

Posted Date: Jul 25, 2025

Work Area: Education and Training

Employment Type: Limited Full Time

Expected Travel: 0 - 20%

Location:

Woodmead, ZA, 2148

Job Segment: Program Manager, ERP, SAP, Project Manager, Cloud, Management, Technology

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**COMPANY DESCRIPTION**
As market leader in enterprise application software, SAP helps companies of all sizes and industries innovate through simplification. From the back office to the boardroom, warehouse to storefront, on premise to cloud, desktop to mobile device - SAP empowers people and organizations to work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively to stay ahead of the competition. SAP applications and services enable customers to operate profitably, adapt continuously, and grow sustainably.
**PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES**
Founded in November 2012, the SAP Digital Skills Center (Formerly TDI) strives to support in the creation of sustainable work possibilities by boosting the business system knowledge and entrepreneurial mindset of students, young graduates, and the experienced workforce in the region. By offering a host of programs tailored to bring SAP business skills to those who have a cultural and social understanding of a local region, the SAP DSC's initiatives help talented minds not only to find jobs but also to establish their own companies by nurturing their entrepreneurial mindset. Furthermore, SAP DSC serves as Think Tank for knowledge exchange, co-creation and co-innovation. Operating in a fast-paced "start-up" environment, The SAP DSC requires employees with hands-on and multi-tasking mentality.
As one of the DSC's successful programs, SAP's Dual Study Program combines and alternates theory (Academia & SAP) and practice (SAP Workplace Experience) into a 1-2 year program run by universities in cooperation with SAP. Over the course of the program, students will gain a combination of SAP solution skills and certifications, paired with soft skill trainings and practical experience through internships.
**EXPECTATIONS AND TASKS**
This position will support the program management activities for the SAP Digital Skills Center. As individual contributor, the **Program Manager** will support the Head of Digital Skills Center and take over well-defined activities to help manage the program campaigns and events.
The role will be limited for a duration of 12 months; with an option to extend thereafter.
As **Program Manager** for the SAP Digital Skills Center, major responsibilities will include:
+ Supporting daily operations of Program Managers independently
+ Engage with current YPP's - assist them with any issues or problems
+ Collaborating with internal teams, partner universities, and external stakeholders to ensure program alignment and success.
+ Manage any relevant documentation and post-program CVs of graduates
+ Developing and implementing comprehensive training plans, including curriculum design, resource allocation, and scheduling.
+ Assist Program Managers in administration tasks - recording of statistics, demand and placement
+ Post-program follow-ups and regular LinkedIn checks of YPPs to monitor placement numbers and locations
+ Promote program advertisements and success stories through social media
+ Support in creating and initiating recruitment adverts on job portals, university campuses etc.
**In That Capacity**
+ Executes standard and non-standard (less complex) tasks alone
+ Acquires deeper knowledge about processes, executes professionally and uses his/her initiative in situations
+ Ensures successful execution of the internal processes
+ Takes over additional tasks (e.g. smaller projects, project management)
+ Seeks proactive feedback/works proactively to identify opportunities for improvement
+ Very good organizational skills and an ability to keep track of tasks, responsibilities and deadlines
**Education And Qualifications / Skills And Competencies**
+ Bachelor degree in a Business/Management Related Field
+ Proficiency in MS Office
+ Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Fluent in English.
+ Strong project management skills, detail oriented; must be highly organized with the ability to manage towards multiple deadlines simultaneously
+ Able to build strong relationships, is results driven and self-motivated
**SAP'S DIVERSITY COMMITMENT**
To harness the power of innovation, SAP invests in the development of its diverse employees. We aspire to leverage the qualities and appreciate the unique competencies that each person brings to the company.
SAP is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to HR Direct (Americas: , APJ: , EMEA: ). Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Credit Reporting Analyst

Our client is looking for a Credit Reporting Analyst to join their team.

Duties & Responsibilities

Key Purpose:

To develop, manage and monitor relevant reporting models, to provide advanced analytical support, to critically analyze and advise the department on data driven insights and trends, and create and maintain accurate data, dashboards, and management reports.

Key Outcomes:

1. Prepare and circulate all daily reports to relevant stakeholders.
2. Manage system/technical issues by logging service desk tickets with IT.
3. Track all system/policy/operational changes made.
4. Compile Month End reports and distribute in a timely manner.
5. Ensure KPI’s are accurately recorded.
6. End to end system testing.
7. Ad-hoc projects.
8. Data Analytics to support business needs.
9. Ad-hoc analytics.
10. Monthly analysis on key Credit Risk areas.
11. Use SQL to extract and analyze data to make data-driven, actionable recommendations about how to improve policies and processes.
12. Work closely with the Data Science team to price and implement Machine Learning or AI models that optimize portfolio outcomes.
13. Automation of reports and processes.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Business Science or similar field. Preferred: Honours degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Business Science or similar field.

• Proficiency in SQL.
• Advanced Excel.

Data Development and Maintenance

• Assist and advise on creating and maintaining data in the optimal manner.

Experience

• 2-5 years’ experience in Data Analytics, Modelling and Reporting.
• Credit Underwriting would be an advantage.

Preferred Industry

• Financial / Credit risk analytics.

Skills

Technical (at least some of the below skills will be necessary):

• SQL coding.
• Advanced Excel.
• Ability to work with complex and large amounts of data.
• Microsoft 365.

Package & Remuneration

R35 000 pm

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Introduction

You have the chance to join a brilliant IoT team at a pioneering, global business. This feature team works in an interdisciplinary and international DevOps team on platform solutions.

The tasks range from the industrialization of smart wearables in the factory environment to the production-critical connection of all production control systems to the cloud. Their goal: industrial IoT in self-service!

Duties & Responsibilities

• You will develop cutting-edge cloud and edge computing technologies in close cooperation with customers all over the world.
• Programming, code reviews, test development and deployments on physical edge devices and cloud environments are part of your daily tasks.
• Make design decisions and help shape the product architecture.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• At least 4 years’ worth of experience using Docker, Python, Linux (Ubuntu preferred).
• Rich experience with Container Orchestration Platforms e.g., Docker Compose.
• Ability to fill the role of site reliability engineer and build out the infrastructure.

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ACCOUNTANT

This is your opportunity to join a Leading Distribution Entity as their New ACCOUNTANT.

Key Responsibility Areas:

• Reconcile and process monthly credit card and petty cash transactions.
• Reconcile and review monthly accruals, provisions, and re-payments.
• Prepare and reconcile monthly GL accounts (GL recons).
• Reconcile Publisher debtors bank account in detail (check on processing from Credit Controllers).
• Cost analysis – various w.r.t key operations.
• Preparing monthly Publisher DC fee packs (calculating DC Fees, Publisher breakdowns).
• Calculating, preparing, and processing monthly income journals (and process the applicable invoice after signoff).
• Maintaining fixed assets register monthly.
• Assisting in preparing monthly Flash Report and Management Accounts.
• Assisting with preparing for year end audit and BEE verifications.
• Assisting with budgets and forecasting.
• Attending to monthly packaging stock take.
• Assisting in monitoring and improving internal controls.

Requirements

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• Bcom Degree in Accounting or Financial Management
• A minimum of 3 – 5 years’ experience in a financial environment/department.
• Strong aptitude for figures and analysis (experience in cost and/or management accounting would be advantageous).
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Computer literacy (MS Office package, advanced Excel experience is a must).
• Good understanding of standard accounting practices.
• Be hard working, driven, and goal orientated.
• Good telephonic and writing skills.
• Be able to work effectively in a team and/or independently.

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Job Description: Technical/Program Manager

We aspire to build a high-quality, innovative, and robust software. If you are a hands-on platform builder with significant experience in developing scalable data platforms, look no further. Click on Apply and we will reach out to you soon.

Your responsibilities as an Engineer:

• Establish clear content authority in collaboration with the system architect/engineer, product manager, and product owners to align the team to the system mission and vision, road maps, as well as system service ownership requirements.
• Able to collaborate with multiple platform teams and maintain continuous integration standards.
• Develop and mature the competency of the engineering team by training/mentoring the team members.
• Contribute specialist knowledge of the technological landscape to the team.
• Direct the delivery and quality of the Technical solution.
• Drive a culture of relentless improvement.
• Influence the thinking of the Business Unit and provide expert influence across the Technical landscape.
• Act as the escalation point for the management of performance improvement and development of functional resources.
• Listen and direct teams in problem identification, root cause analysis, and decision-making.
• Actively look for opportunities to shorten development timelines, improve team skills, and enhance cost efficiency of application development activities.
• Spend 30-50% of the time leading engineering practice activities across all release trains within the program.
• Oversee the containment of Technical debt levels and ensure that refactoring/remediation/simplification takes place on a regular basis.
• Set parameters and guide the selection of the most appropriate vendor with the required expertise to meet the requirements for capacity and capability building.
• Provide or make available expert knowledge of prototype creation, module and solution design, and development using agile methodologies and continuous testing to enable target business capabilities/client/employee journeys.
• Realize technology and operations strategic objectives by driving the implementation of new and relevant Technical capabilities.

Experience & Pedigree:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science Engineering or equivalent.

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