Project Manager - Pretoria

Only for registered members Pretoria, South Africa

1 day ago

R280,000 - R520,000 (ZAR) per year *

* This salary range is an estimation made by beBee

UP Professional and Support · FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES · DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY MEDICINE · SCHOOL OF MEDICINE · Community Oriented Primary Care (copc) · PROJECT MANAGER · PEROMNES POST LEVEL 06 · In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wi ...

Job description

UP Professional and Support

FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES

DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY MEDICINE

SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Community Oriented Primary Care (copc)

PROJECT MANAGER
PEROMNES POST LEVEL 06

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

Responsibilities

The incumbent will be expected to do the following:

Developing project plans, timelines, and budget for the project;
Overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring alignment with public health best practices and harm reduction principles;
Implementing quality control measures to maintain programme integrity;
Assisting the faculty to engage cross-function departments in a manner that promotes shared governance, accountability and collaboration;
Fostering equitable and mutually beneficial partnerships with community organisations;
Navigating complex relationships between public health agencies, municipal authorities and other community groups to sustain programme viability;
Managing funding streams (grants, donations, contracts) and ensure financial accountability;
Reviewing financial reports for donors and stakeholders on programme outcomes and research funds;
Managing contracts with suppliers and other vendors;
Ensuring ethical data collection and compliance with research regulations;
Ensuring that all project activities adhere to UP, CoT and project specific policies and procedures.

Minimum Requirements

MMed and FCFP in Family Medicine
2 years experience in project management

Required Competencies (skills, Knowledge And Behavioural Attributes)

Large-scale project management in an academic environment;
Systemic approaches to solving complex problems;
Rigorous and agile multi-year planning strategies;
Knowledge of harm reduction interventions, policies and practices;
Project management skills;
Strong leadership and team coordination;
Risk management and effective risk mitigation strategies;
Research capabilities;
Must be able to work independently and in a team.

Added Advantages And Preferences

HPCSA registration as a Specialist
Driver's licence and own vehicle

The all-inclusive remuneration package for this contract position will be commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines.

Applicants are requested to apply online at , and follow the link:
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In Applying For This Post, Please Attach

A comprehensive CV;
Certified copies of qualifications;
Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.

CLOSING DATE:
05 March 2026.

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES:

Mr CN Lekhoane, Tel:

or email for application-related enquiries, and Prof N Mofolo, Tel: or email for enquiries relating to the post content.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 May 2026, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.

By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.

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