- Portfolio Management: Lead the management of a portfolio of projects spanning client servicing, operations, finance, and related domains, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and priorities.
- Project Team Oversight: Provide leadership and guidance to project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
- Methodology Optimization: Evaluate and optimize project delivery methodologies, balancing Agile and waterfall approaches to best suit the needs of individual projects within the portfolio.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Effectively engage and communicate with stakeholders at all levels, including clients, project teams, and senior management, to ensure alignment and transparency throughout the project lifecycle.
- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with project delivery, proactively addressing issues to minimize impact on project timelines and objectives.
- Resource Allocation: Manage resource allocation across project teams, ensuring optimal utilization of human and financial resources to maximize project outcomes.
- Performance Monitoring: Monitor and track project performance metrics, providing regular updates to senior management and stakeholders on progress, milestones, and key deliverables.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field.
- Proven experience in programme management, with a focus on portfolio management and oversight of multiple project teams.
- Strong understanding of Agile and waterfall methodologies, with the ability to adapt and tailor approaches based on project requirements.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Proficiency in project management tools and software.
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Experience in the financial services industry (preferred).
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent (preferred).
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, retirement plans, and performance bonuses.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Programme Manager - Cape Town, South Africa - Liquid Thought
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Job Title: Programme Manager - Portfolio Management
Location: Flexible/Remote
Job Description:
We are seeking an adept Programme Manager with a strong background in portfolio management to oversee a diverse range of projects encompassing client servicing, operations, finance, and other key areas. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing multiple project teams and ensuring alignment with organizational goals and priorities. While our current methodology primarily utilizes Agile, with waterfall methodology for larger legacy projects, the Programme Manager will play a pivotal role in optimizing project delivery processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across the portfolio.
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