The above vacancy exists at Consulting Advisory ServicesCompany. This position is a Fixed Term Contract valid for 8 months with an option to renew.The Position is based in Secunda.
PURPOSE OF JOB:
The primary responsibility of the Project Leader is to ensure the smooth roll out of the project while managing multiple stakeholder relationships and guiding the strategic direction of the project
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Operations
• Assume full responsibility of the implementation of all projects
• Assess business requirements, organise and coordinate resources for technical support
• Develop and implement cross cutting systems and procedures
• Ensure the efficient handover of all projects to clients and stakeholders upon completion or at the end of a contract period
• Ensure all project activities are completed within the project time frame
• Identify and manage risks associated with project implementation
• Ensure that projects are sufficiently and efficiently implemented
• Also support the implementation of socio- supplier- and enterprise development programmes
• Ensure prudent financial and budget management of all projects
• Provide financial and budget management support to SMEs
• Engage with clients and manage client relationships
• Engage with all stakeholders and manage stakeholder relations
• Update project plans onto project management systems and manage timelines

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role or at least 10 years’ prior work experience at project
management level,
• Experience in SME development is essential
• Experience with project management practices and tools to create, manage, and track project
performance, cost, verify scope
• Experience as a small business owner will be an advantage, also sound knowledge and experience
in small business development
• small business finance management, costing and pricing, budgeting
• Must be passionate about economic and socio economic developmental issues • Must have a
continuous learning approach to life and work
Educational Background:
• Must hold a relevant qualification in economics, business or entrepreneurial studies
• Project Management qualification
Additional Requirements
• Valid Code 08 or 10 drivers licence, own transport advantageous
• Fluent English/Afrikaans speaking and writing and a local language