IT Project Manager - Sandton Verfied

R 750000 per annum Sandton, Gauteng Sandton, Gauteng more than 14 days ago 15-09-2014 9:31:48 AM
22-09-2014 7:56:46 AM
Our client is looking to engage services of an IT Project Manager to be responsible for the implementation of its front-office system.IT Project Manager is required to lead regional roll out projects.

Qualification and experience

Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related discipline

Minimum years of experience: 5 years at least (3 years minimum as PM)

Have at least 5 years working experience in corporate IT teams / environments
Have proven track record in managing multiple large-scale system implementation projects
PMP or Prince2 Certification a strong advantage
Have exposure to commodities trading, manufacturing, distribution, and finance is an advantage but not a prerequisite

Skills & competencies /Specific knowledge/ Abilities

Ability to work in fast-paced, reactive, and challenging trading environments
Have excellent communication skills and the ability to deal stakeholders at all levels
Ability to work with virtual teams (good phone and video conference call skills)
Have a flexible management style (facilitating but directive when required)
Have a strong desire to build a long-term successful career

Main Duties:

Project Management according to industry-standard methodologies (based on PMI / Prince 2). E.g.
Define scope and work breakdown structure
Define budget and track actuals
Develop schedule and baseline for performance reporting
Report estimated vs. actual metrics
Manage all risks and issues and escalate when appropriate
Monitor and control all changes which could affect the project
Adopt a process-orientated approach and focus on delivering business benefit
Manage business change as a result of implementing a new system
Provide end user and key resource training
Organize and facilitate User Acceptance Testing
Lead Regional Steering Committee meetings
Participate in Global Project Control Committee meetings
Travel throughout the region as required

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us within 7 working days, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. However, we will keep your CV on our database for any position that may become available