61 Project Portfolio Management jobs in South Africa

Principal SAP Project Portfolio Management

R1200000 - R2400000 Y DLK Group

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Core Skills:

  • Expertise in SAP PPM system configuration and setup.
  • Strong ability in business process analysis and solution implementation aligned with organizational objectives.
  • Experience in project execution, ensuring deliverables meet scope, quality, and performance standards.
  • Sound understanding of integration points between SAP PPM and other SAP modules.
Requirements

Qualifications Required:

  • SAP PPM Certification

Experience Required:

  • Minimum of 8+ years of SAP experience.
  • Involvement in more than 5 full-cycle SAP implementations.

Mandatory Requirements:

  • 8+ years of SAP experience.
  • SAP PPM Certification.
  • Participation in more than 5 SAP implementations.

Other Requirements:

  • Local Government experience would be advantageous.
  • It is strongly recommended that the candidate resides in Cape Town for in-office engagements.
  • Experience with SAP integration with third-party applications will be beneficial.
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Director - Project & Portfolio Management Office

R600000 - R1200000 Y Twinings

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Application Deadline:
10 October 2025

Department:
BizTX

Location:
South Africa

Description
Great People Work Here
BizTX: Co-Creating WOW Through Digital Innovation
It's an exciting time to be part of BizTX at Twinings Ovaltine. At the heart of this iconic brand, we're on a mission to drive exponential growth and productivity through cutting-edge technology to transform the business globally.

We're not here to simply provide IT services. We're technology leaders and strategic partners, co-creating innovative solutions that help the business run, grow, and transform. Everything we do is guided by our commitment to 'WOW' our consumers, customers and colleagues. WOW experiences, WOW solutions, and WOW impact.

Our people think differently. We have an exponential mindset that helps us push boundaries and shape what's next. The future at Twinings Ovaltine is full of possibility and we'd love you to be a part of it.

ROLE PURPOSE
The
Director – Project & Portfolio Management Office
is responsible for overseeing and developing our IT PMO capability.

Twinings Ovaltine is investing heavily technology driven transformation. We are part way through our SAP S/4Hana Transformation Programme and have several other major business transformation programmes in early phases of development. We also have a large portfolio of smaller projects that are in flight or in planning stages and which cover the full range of technology led projects, covering everything from SAP to infrastructure, cyber security & marketing technology.

Our PMO function has a good foundation but needs to rapidly expand from an SAP centric capability based on a waterfall methodology, to one that can deploy our project managers to lead smaller IT projects and agile projects & programmes in the marketing technology & other areas. We also need to establish the PPM capabilities required to effectively prioritise, plan and monitor the execution of this diverse portfolio of digital transformation initiatives.

We need a capable and experienced Programme Management professional to lead our team of project managers and PMO professionals and further develop our PMO function into a world class capability. Provide our executive team with the visibility & control they need to effectively manage & prioritise our transformation agenda.

Location & Travel:
The role is ideally a Cape Town based role, although Hybrid/Remote working may be considered for the right candidate. Infrequent international travel will be required.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and communicate a clear vision, strategy, and roadmap for the PMO function
  • PMO
  • Methodology and Framework
    – Define, maintain, and continuously improve the project and program delivery methodology to ensure alignment with enterprise standards.
  • Governance and Controls
    – Ensure all programs and projects adhere to the defined controls, including stage gates, reporting cadences, and exception management.
  • Tooling and Process – Own the configuration, management, and training for program delivery tools (e.g. Smartsheet, HarvestApp, SharePoint, Teams, etc.)
  • Audit Assurance
    – Conduct or support internal and external audits to ensure compliance with delivery processes, documentation, and governance standards.
  • Project & Programme Management
  • Lead the team of project managers to ensure consistent and effective project management disciplines are deployed across our project portfolio
  • Ensure the team manages the delivery of individual projects to defined scope, timeline, quality, and budget, while managing risks, issues, and stakeholders
  • Coordinate the delivery of interrelated projects and programmes to achieve overarching strategic outcomes, benefits, and business change.
  • Portfolio Management
  • Establish and manage an effective portfolio management process & capability
  • Engage with senior business & IT leaders to obtain buy-in to establish PPM principles & procedures
  • Monitor compliance with the PPM processes & ensure accuracy of information
  • Provide visibility and control over all active projects and programs, supporting prioritization, resource allocation, value alignment, and effective organisational risk management.
  • Plan, monitor, and control financials across the delivery portfolio, ensuring accuracy of forecasts and alignment with approved funding.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to challenge and influence senior business & IT stakeholders will be critical to succeed in this role.
  • Demonstrable Project & Programme delivery experience including SAP programmes
  • Experience in setting up and running PMO functions
  • In depth knowledge of Project, Programme & Portfolio management disciplines & methodologies
  • Deep understanding of both the operational and strategic elements of PMO functions
  • Up to date knowledge on the latest thinking and innovations in this space and the vision and leadership skills required to build these into our organisation
  • Capable communicator across technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership.
  • Adept in managing diverse, global teams within complex and challenging environments.
  • Relationship builder – internal and external.
  • Effective communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Dynamic, resolute, and effective in producing cross-departmental outcomes.

Behaviours

  • Committed to the company's vision.
  • Exudes credibility and initiative.
  • Values ongoing development and promotes a mindset geared toward growth.
  • Capable of managing ambiguity and competing priorities.
  • Challenges norms with a forward-thinking mindset.
  • Skilled, motivated, and culturally aware.

LEADERSHIP MINDSET – OUR NON-NEGOTIABLES
We are…

  • Lifelong learners – we learn, always:
    Curiosity is our superpower. We grow through reflection, feedback, and a hunger to improve.
  • Safe, not soft – we lead with courage and care: We
    foster psychological safety without lowering the bar. We challenge, support, and hold each other to high standards.
  • Accountable to our word – we do what we say:
    Our promises are not just intentions – they're commitments. We act with integrity, even when no one is watching.
  • Empowered voices – we speak up and listen deeply:
    Everyone has a voice here. We value diverse perspectives and honest conversations that move us forward.
  • Intentional and structured – We move with purpose:
    We think clearly, plan deliberately, and execute with discipline. Structure gives our ideas power.
  • Agile and decisive – we act fast and smart:
    We adapt quickly, make clear decisions, and move forward with confidence, knowing progress favours the bold.
  • WOW makers – we create magic, together:
    We push boundaries, dream big, and co-create extraordinary experiences through digital innovation.
  • Better than yesterday – progress is personal:
    grow every day. I reflect, improve, and raise my bar – because excellence begins with me.

Underpinned by…

  • The Exponential Mindset - How we think shapes how we work:
    We operate with an exponential mindset – bold, curious, and 10X-driven.
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Director - Project & Portfolio Management Office

R1500000 - R2500000 Y Twinings Ovaltine

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Description

Great People Work Here

BizTX: Co-Creating WOW Through Digital Innovation

It's an exciting time to be part of BizTX at Twinings Ovaltine. At the heart of this iconic brand, we're on a mission to drive exponential growth and productivity through cutting-edge technology to transform the business globally.

We're not here to simply provide IT services. We're technology leaders and strategic partners, co-creating innovative solutions that help the business run, grow, and transform. Everything we do is guided by our commitment to 'WOW' our consumers, customers and colleagues. WOW experiences, WOW solutions, and WOW impact.

Our people think differently. We have an exponential mindset that helps us push boundaries and shape what's next. The future at Twinings Ovaltine is full of possibility and we'd love you to be a part of it.

ROLE PURPOSE

The Director – Project & Portfolio Management Office is responsible for overseeing and developing our IT PMO capability.

Twinings Ovaltine is investing heavily technology driven transformation. We are part way through our SAP S/4Hana Transformation Programme and have several other major business transformation programmes in early phases of development. We also have a large portfolio of smaller projects that are in flight or in planning stages and which cover the full range of technology led projects, covering everything from SAP to infrastructure, cyber security & marketing technology.

Our PMO function has a good foundation but needs to rapidly expand from an SAP centric capability based on a waterfall methodology, to one that can deploy our project managers to lead smaller IT projects and agile projects & programmes in the marketing technology & other areas. We also need to establish the PPM capabilities required to effectively prioritise, plan and monitor the execution of this diverse portfolio of digital transformation initiatives.

We need a capable and experienced Programme Management professional to lead our team of project managers and PMO professionals and further develop our PMO function into a world class capability. Provide our executive team with the visibility & control they need to effectively manage & prioritise our transformation agenda.

Location & Travel: The role is ideally a Cape Town based role, although Hybrid/Remote working may be considered for the right candidate. Infrequent international travel will be required.

Key Responsibilities
  • Define and communicate a clear vision, strategy, and roadmap for the PMO function
  • PMO
  • Methodology and Framework– Define, maintain, and continuously improve the project and program delivery methodology to ensure alignment with enterprise standards.
  • Governance and Controls– Ensure all programs and projects adhere to the defined controls, including stage gates, reporting cadences, and exception management.
  • Tooling and Process – Own the configuration, management, and training for program delivery tools (e.g. Smartsheet, HarvestApp, SharePoint, Teams, etc.)
  • Audit Assurance– Conduct or support internal and external audits to ensure compliance with delivery processes, documentation, and governance standards.
  • Project & Programme Management
  • Lead the team of project managers to ensure consistent and effective project management disciplines are deployed across our project portfolio
  • Ensure the team manages the delivery of individual projects to defined scope, timeline, quality, and budget, while managing risks, issues, and stakeholders
  • Coordinate the delivery of interrelated projects and programmes to achieve overarching strategic outcomes, benefits, and business change.
  • Portfolio Management
  • Establish and manage an effective portfolio management process & capability
  • Engage with senior business & IT leaders to obtain buy-in to establish PPM principles & procedures
  • Monitor compliance with the PPM processes & ensure accuracy of information
  • Provide visibility and control over all active projects and programs, supporting prioritization, resource allocation, value alignment, and effective organisational risk management.
  • Plan, monitor, and control financials across the delivery portfolio, ensuring accuracy of forecasts and alignment with approved funding.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to challenge and influence senior business & IT stakeholders will be critical to succeed in this role.
  • Demonstrable Project & Programme delivery experience including SAP programmes
  • Experience in setting up and running PMO functions
  • In depth knowledge of Project, Programme & Portfolio management disciplines & methodologies
  • Deep understanding of both the operational and strategic elements of PMO functions
  • Up to date knowledge on the latest thinking and innovations in this space and the vision and leadership skills required to build these into our organisation
  • Capable communicator across technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership.
  • Adept in managing diverse, global teams within complex and challenging environments.
  • Relationship builder – internal and external.
  • Effective communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Dynamic, resolute, and effective in producing cross-departmental outcomes.

Behaviours

  • Committed to the company's vision.
  • Exudes credibility and initiative.
  • Values ongoing development and promotes a mindset geared toward growth.
  • Capable of managing ambiguity and competing priorities.
  • Challenges norms with a forward-thinking mindset.
  • Skilled, motivated, and culturally aware.
LEADERSHIP MINDSET – OUR NON-NEGOTIABLES

We are…

  • Lifelong learners – we learn, always: Curiosity is our superpower. We grow through reflection, feedback, and a hunger to improve.
  • Safe, not soft – we lead with courage and care: We foster psychological safety without lowering the bar. We challenge, support, and hold each other to high standards.
  • Accountable to our word – we do what we say: Our promises are not just intentions – they're commitments. We act with integrity, even when no one is watching.
  • Empowered voices – we speak up and listen deeply: Everyone has a voice here. We value diverse perspectives and honest conversations that move us forward.
  • Intentional and structured – We move with purpose: We think clearly, plan deliberately, and execute with discipline. Structure gives our ideas power.
  • Agile and decisive – we act fast and smart: We adapt quickly, make clear decisions, and move forward with confidence, knowing progress favours the bold.
  • WOW makers – we create magic, together: We push boundaries, dream big, and co-create extraordinary experiences through digital innovation.
  • Better than yesterday – progress is personal: grow every day. I reflect, improve, and raise my bar – because excellence begins with me.

Underpinned by…

  • The Exponential Mindset - How we think shapes how we work: We operate with an exponential mindset – bold, curious, and 10X-driven.
About Twinings Ovaltine

Twinings has become one of the world's most renowned tea companies over its 300-year history because we never stop learning, never stop experimenting and never stop inventing. We take pride in our tea from bud to cup and have been working with some of our tea estates around the world since the early 18th Century.

More than 300 years later, the love of tea is still here - and so are we We still sell tea from Thomas's shop, and we still work hard to bring the most innovative new blends to tea lovers around the world. Now, we have over 500 varieties and our teas are cherished all over the world. Our expert master blenders taste more than 3,000 cups of tea every week. So you can be sure the next cup you taste will be every bit as good as the one yesterday or the day before.

Our approach to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At TwiningsOvo, we believe in the power of diversity to drive innovation and meaningful work. We are committed to building a workplace where people from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences feel safe, valued, have a sense of belonging and are empowered to thrive. Inclusion is more than a goal, it's how we work together every day. As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit any unlawful discrimination against an applicant on the basis of their ethnicity, colour, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, family or parental status, disability, neurodiversity, age, socioeconomic background or any other status protected by law and are committed to promoting diversity across our workplace.

Applicants may be entitled to reasonable adjustments under the terms of the Equality Act. A reasonable adjustment is a change in the way things are typically done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity.

Please inform our Talent Acquisition or HR Shared Services team if you need any assistance completing your application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

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Principal SAP Project Portfolio Management (PPM) Functional Analyst

7400 Cape Town, Western Cape DLK Group

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Core Skills: Expertise in SAP PPM system configuration and setup.Strong ability in business process analysis and solution implementation aligned with organizational objectives.Experience in project execution, ensuring deliverables meet scope, quality, and performance standards.Sound understanding of integration points between SAP PPM and other SAP modules.RequirementsQualifications Required: SAP PPM CertificationExperience Required: Minimum of 8+ years of SAP experience.Involvement in more than 5 full-cycle SAP implementations.Mandatory Requirements: 8+ years of SAP experience.SAP PPM Certification.Participation in more than 5 SAP implementations.Other Requirements: Local Government experience would be advantageous.It is strongly recommended that the candidate resides in Cape Town for in-office engagements.Experience with SAP integration with third-party applications will be beneficial.
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SM: Portfolio Management/Project Management

Sandton, Gauteng R1750000 - R2500000 Y Nedbank

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Requisition Details and Talent Aquisition Contact

REQ ID: Michelle Thabethe

Location: Sandton

Cluster: SOCIAL IMPACT UNIT

Closing date: 13 October 2025

Job Family

Product, Process and Product

Career Stream

Product

Leadership Pipeline

MO

Job Purpose

To deliver, manage, monitor, evaluate and implement Corporate Social Investment (CSI) programmes within agriculture, energy, water, and waste sectors, aligned to Nedbank's CSI Green Economy strategy, in order to advance the bank's vision and purpose of sustainable growth and environmental stewardship.

Job Responsibilities

  • Achieve Corporate Social Investment (CSI) project objectives by implementing change & portfolio management interventions that deliver the required return on investment.
  • Monitoring and Evaluation functions.
  • Responsible for ensuring process alignment and applying world-class project management tools.
  • Identify, build, and manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders to prioritize needs, deliver on existing project investment and ensure strategic alignment to outcomes and SROI. Scale and replicate existing projects from concessionary to commercial funding opportunities
  • Align the various CSI arms within the bank to a common strategic purpose and overarching objectives.
  • Manage and develop direct reports to achieve individual performance targets and overall team objectives.
  • Promote, champion, and adhere to governance requirements within the Corporate Social Responsibility function.
  • Achieve targets for skills development, job creation, and enterprise support as outlined by the unit's objectives.
  • Identify and recommend improvements to business processes and systems to enhance operational efficiency and value addition for Nedbank.
  • Maintain an effective project administration system by capturing, updating, and managing relevant project information.
  • Identify areas for improvement by reviewing Corporate
  • Social Responsibility policies, procedures, guidelines, and market trends.
  • Provide feedback on initiatives by compiling and submitting accurate, timely reports to relevant stakeholders.
  • Conduct site visits.
  • Upskill junior staff members in the team.
  • Attend and represent the bank at key events and on media platforms to raise awareness of Nedbank CSI initiatives and strengthen the bank's brand image
  • Contribute to the conceptualisation, planning, and execution of flagship Nedbank Social Impact Events, such as the Nedbank Green Economy Indaba.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications - NQF Level

  • Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees

Preferred Qualification

  • B.Comm Economics, Finance, Environmental and Social Development, Project Management

Preferred Certifications

  • Project Management, M&E

Minimum Experience Level

  • 7- 10 years

Technical / Professional Knowledge

  • Implementing strategic plan
  • Business Acumen
  • Product management
  • Agile methodologies
  • Business Analysis
  • Problem solving skills
  • Strategic planning
  • Industry Knowledge
  • Business Communication
  • Future Thinking

Behavioural Competencies

  • Leadership Determination
  • Thriving in Ambiguity
  • Coaching
  • Ignite Passion
  • Digital Acumen
  • Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills
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Portfolio Manager - (Project Management Office)

Gauteng, Gauteng Nexio

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Job title : Portfolio Manager – (Project Management Office) Job Location : Gauteng, Deadline : November 24, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

ROLE PURPOSE

  • The Portfolio Manager: PMO provides strategic and operational leadership for the Project Management Office, ensuring the successful delivery of programs and projects aligned with organizational objectives. 
  • This role oversees departmental operations, resource allocation, and governance while driving continuous improvement and adherence to SLAs and KPIs.

ROLE REQUIREMENT

  • Lead strategic planning for the PMO, aligning portfolio delivery with organisational goals and client expectations.
  • Implement and maintain governance frameworks, processes, and policies to ensure compliance with organisational standards.
  • Lead and manage the PMO team, including hiring, onboarding, coaching, performance management, succession planning, and professional development.
  • Oversee the financial management of projects, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting on expenditure vs. plan.
  • Ensure all projects adhere to agreed timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
  • Monitor project performance against KPIs and agreed deliverables, allocating and managing resources across projects to ensure capacity, skills, and workload balance.
  • Provide accurate, timely, and actionable reporting to internal and external stakeholders, including dashboards, risk registers, and progress updates.
  • Identify risks and issues across the portfolio and implement mitigation strategies, including escalation to senior leadership as required.
  • Champion continuous improvement initiatives, driving process optimisation, automation, and lessons-learned sessions.
  • Support change management initiatives, ensuring smooth adoption of new processes, tools, and standards.
  • Facilitate cross-functional collaboration between PMO, CSOC, Service Management, and other business units.
  • Allocate and manage resources across projects to ensure capacity, skills, and workload balance.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

  • Aligning tactical and operational priorities to address resource and operational challenges
  • Accountable for ensuring appropriately skilled resources through mapping key outputs, facilitating the assessment of team skills, identification of training needs, and implementing programs to enhance performance.
  • Accountable for setting clear business related targets for service levels and ensure delivery of services can be properly assessed, monitored and managed against the targets
  • Accountable for the alignment of the practices and services with changing needs, through ongoing improvement, to ensure efficient and effective management of products and services
  • Responsible for customer retention by ensuring customer satisfaction, maintaining strong relationships, and improving the overall service experience
  • Evaluate risk and participate in quality assurance efforts
  • Oversee expenses and budgeting to help the organization optimize costs and benefits for MSOC
  • Support strategic planning for CSOC operations, including capacity planning, workforce optimization, and service roadmap development.
  • Project compliance rates aligned to time and budget.
  • Team productivity, engagement, and retention metrics.
  • Accuracy, timeliness, and insightfulness of project and management reporting.
  • Successful implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Information Technology, or related field.
  • Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent and ITIL) preferred.
  • Professional development in leadership, portfolio management, or program governance is advantageous.

Required Experience:

  • 8+ years in project/program/portfolio management within a corporate or technology environment.
  • Proven experience leading and managing teams, including performance management, coaching, and succession planning.
  • Strong experience with portfolio governance, financial management, and programme management.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong planning and organisational skills.
  • Experience in reporting to senior management and interfacing internal and external stakeholders.
  • Track record of implementing process improvements, change management initiatives, and operational excellence programs.

  • Administrative / Management jobs

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Enterprise Resources Planning Project Manager

Somerset West, Western Cape Innovations

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Job Title:
ERP Project Manager

Location:
Somerset West (Hybrid – more office than remote)

Experience:
5+ years

Start Date:
1 December 2025 / 1 January 2026

Employment Type:
Permanent

Salary:
Market related

About the Role

Innovations, a Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central partner within the Preferred Solutions Group, helps South African businesses simplify operations and grow through smart ERP solutions.

We're looking for a highly organised ERP Project Manager to lead client implementations and small projects from start to finish. You'll coordinate between clients, internal teams, and vendors to ensure projects are delivered on time, in scope, and within budget. This role suits someone who loves software, is structured and organised, and can communicate clearly with all stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage end-to-end ERP implementations from planning to go-live and post-support.
  • Define project scope, timelines, deliverables, and budgets with stakeholders.
  • Monitor progress, track milestones, and manage changes to scope or cost.
  • Coordinate internal consultants and external vendors for smooth delivery.
  • Maintain project documentation and ensure compliance with company standards.
  • Lead meetings, provide clear updates, and manage client expectations.
  • Oversee quality control, budgets, risks, and timelines.
  • Ensure data, documentation, and communication are accurate and well-maintained.

Requirements

  • Diploma or degree in Finance, Accounting, Bookkeeping, Project Management or a related field.
  • Minimum 5 years' project management or senior bookkeeping / accounting experience, preferably in ERP environments.
  • Proven experience in client-facing roles and software implementation projects.
  • Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
  • Confident communicator – both verbal and written – able to lead discussions clearly.
  • Able to follow structured processes and documentation standards.
  • Passion for technology, automation, and continuous improvement.

Skills & Attributes

  • Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving and analytical ability.
  • High personal accountability and ownership of deliverables.
  • Excellent multitasking and time-management skills.
  • Calm under pressure, with a professional and solution-oriented attitude.
  • Collaborative team player who builds trust across departments and clients.
  • Growth mindset – open to feedback and committed to learning.

What We Offer

  • Hybrid work model – office-based in Somerset West with some remote flexibility.
  • Collaborative, supportive, and innovative team culture.
  • Opportunity to join one of South Africa's leading ERP solution providers.

How to Apply

Send your CV and a short cover letter to

, including "ERP Project Manager" in the subject line.

Please note: This role is open only to South African citizens or those with valid long-term work permits. Applicants must live within reasonable travel distance of Somerset West and have reliable transport.

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R312000 - R408000 Y Global Insight Conferences

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Project Manager – Conferences

26,000–34,000 ZAR per month basic + bonus schemes

Global Insight Conferences (GIC) — a market-leading conference and exhibition company — is looking for an ambitious, hardworking and talented individual to join our growing team as a Project Manager / Conference Producer.

Who We Are

We don't just run business conferences; we set the standard. We produce high-quality, bespoke business conferences — live and virtual — in the UK and abroad. You'll join a passionate, friendly, driven team that invests in its people and rapidly develops them into market-leading professionals.

Who We're Looking For

You're already a strong, proactive conference producer with proven experience of researching, planning and delivering profitable events. We're committed to developing those who want to grow and become industry experts, so you'll have ample opportunity for career progression and management if you can bring:

  • 2+ years' experience producing B2B events (conference experience is a big plus)
  • Minimum grade B/6 in Maths & English Language at GCSE (or IB equivalent) plus a strong set of A Levels
  • A pro-active, positive attitude with a passion for results and making things happen
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills (email campaigns and phone work are essential)
  • Ambition, drive and passion, plus a calm but urgent approach to deadlines
  • Commercial curiosity and a self-directing, tenacious work ethic

What You'll Be Doing

As a Conference Producer you'll be responsible for creating high-quality, profitable conferences from scratch — researching, planning, writing and briefing other departments to deliver an outstanding experience for delegates, speakers and sponsors. You'll handle:

  • In-depth sales & telephone research
  • Programme and commercial copywriting
  • Speaker acquisition from top brands
  • Project lifecycle and task prioritisation
  • Quality and commercial success indicators for each event
  • Excel and data planning/management
  • LinkedIn strategy and ROI
  • External stakeholder management (speakers/sponsors)
  • Internal collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Topic generation and innovation

This role suits highly organised, commercially minded, high-energy self-starters with exceptional organisational, research, grammar and creative writing skills.

What's In It For You

We don't just hire you — we invest in you. Benefits include:

  • Competitive salaries & bonus schemes regularly reviewed
  • Remote work flexibility
  • Referral scheme: know someone great? We'll pay you £500 for your recommendation
  • Charity & environmental initiatives: nominate causes close to your heart for our quarterly donations
  • Equal, inclusive & diverse culture: over 80% of our leadership team is female, and we employ above the national average rates of people from ethnically diverse backgrounds

Ready to Apply?

Re-read the job specification. Do you have the credentials, passion and drive?

You do? THEN APPLY NOW

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: R26 000,00 - R34 000,00 per month

Experience:

  • events production: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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Project Management

Modderfontein, Gauteng R1200000 - R2400000 Y Hitachi Energy

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The opportunity
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Project Manager Transformers to join our team. In this role you will be responsible for multiple projects for all projects stages. You will be leading the project team, establishing the project execution approach and oversee project hand-over, execution planning, monitoring and control activities for both internal and external resources to accomplish all project goals.

How You'll Make An Impact

  • Driving the formal acceptance of the project, contract close-out and its acknowledgement by the customer.
  • Acting as the key contact for the customer and an escalation point for project issues.
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ensuring the project follows and complies with company health, safety, and environmental policies.
  • Defining all project plan documents, including scope and financial plans, schedule and risk management plans.
  • Ensuring that the project follows execution best practices and Hitachi Energy policies.
  • Monitoring and controlling project progress and efficient resource utilization, project financials, overseeing projects invoicing status, cost, expenses and cash flow.
  • Identify, qualify, quantify and manage project risks.
  • Ensuring that the project is formally closed out as contractually agreed.
  • Coaching and providing feedback for project staff.
  • Organizing customer acceptance of transformers and working on removing defects in customer complaints.
  • Supervising shipment, transport of the transformer from the plant to the customer and installation at the transformer assembly site.
  • You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Living Hitachi Energy's core values safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical/energy engineering.
  • The PMP Certificate is an advantage.
  • More than 5 – 10 years of experience in Project Management or Project Controlling in a transformer manufacturing industry.
  • Experience with project management in the energy sector/Substations.
  • Knowledge of MS Office and MS Project.
  • Basic knowledge of SAP is beneficial.
  • Ability to read technical drawings and documentations.
  • Proactive, result-oriented individual with excellent interpersonal and teamwork skill as well as reliability and ability to work under pressure
  • You are a real organizational talent, you have an analytical attitude, and you have good communication skills commercial insight and negotiation skills
  • No objection to occasional travel abroad.
  • Knowledge of various contracts (NEC3, FIDIC, etc)
  • Proficiency in both spoken & written English is required.

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.

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Location:

Modderfontein, Gauteng, South Africa

Job ID:

R

Date Posted:

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY SOUTH AFRICA (PTY) LTD

Profession (Job Category):

Project/Program Management

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Project Manager Transformers to join our team. In this role you will be responsible for multiple projects for all projects stages. You will be leading the project team, establishing the project execution approach and oversee project hand-over, execution planning, monitoring and control activities for both internal and external resources to accomplish all project goals.

How you'll make an impact

  • Driving the formal acceptance of the project, contract close-out and its acknowledgement by the customer.
  • Acting as the key contact for the customer and an escalation point for project issues.
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ensuring the project follows and complies with company health, safety, and environmental policies.
  • Defining all project plan documents, including scope and financial plans, schedule and risk management plans.
  • Ensuring that the project follows execution best practices and Hitachi Energy policies.
  • Monitoring and controlling project progress and efficient resource utilization, project financials, overseeing projects invoicing status, cost, expenses and cash flow.
  • Identify, qualify, quantify and manage project risks.
  • Ensuring that the project is formally closed out as contractually agreed.
  • Coaching and providing feedback for project staff.
  • Organizing customer acceptance of transformers and working on removing defects in customer complaints.
  • Supervising shipment, transport of the transformer from the plant to the customer and installation at the transformer assembly site.
  • You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Living Hitachi Energy's core values safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical/energy engineering.
  • The PMP Certificate is an advantage.
  • More than 5 – 10 years of experience in Project Management or Project Controlling in a transformer manufacturing industry.
  • Experience with project management in the energy sector/Substations.
  • Knowledge of MS Office and MS Project.
  • Basic knowledge of SAP is beneficial.
  • Ability to read technical drawings and documentations.
  • Proactive, result-oriented individual with excellent interpersonal and teamwork skill as well as reliability and ability to work under pressure
  • You are a real organizational talent, you have an analytical attitude, and you have good communication skills commercial insight and negotiation skills
  • No objection to occasional travel abroad.
  • Knowledge of various contracts (NEC3, FIDIC, etc)
  • Proficiency in both spoken & written English is required.
Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.
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