Job Description

Brief description

The purpose of this position is to manage projects within the Payment Ecosystem Modernisation Programme (PEM) by leading, planning, organising and controlling resources in accordance with the South African Reserve Bank’s approved project management methodology, to deliver the project scope and objectives according to specification, on time and within budget.

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Direct and coordinate the activities of project resources to ensure the project progresses according to the approved schedule, produces the expected deliverables, remains within budget and meets specification and quality standards.
• Define the project scope and brief and develop the work breakdown structure in collaboration with key stakeholders to ensure a common understanding of deliverables and the approach.
• Produce comprehensive project management plans covering scope, quality, risk, time, cost, human resources, procurement, integration and communication, and ensure these knowledge areas are regularly updated and maintained.
• Ensure that all project documentation, deliverables and reports are produced, approved and maintained timeously.
• Identify and manage project risks, constraints and changes, ensuring that the project plan is managed and approved.
• Establish and manage relationships with stakeholders, role players and service providers to secure commitment to a common goal.
• Establish and effectively manage a multidisciplinary project team throughout the project life cycle, with clearly defined roles and responsibilities for delivering project outputs.

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

• a relevant Bachelor’s degree in Commerce and/or Information and Communication Technology, or an equivalent qualification at NQF level 7;
• a minimum of five to eight years’ experience in project management within the payment environment; and
• sound knowledge of project management legislation, project cost management, and contract and service management.

The following would be an added advantage:

• a postgraduate qualification in Project Management;
• experience in managing projects leveraging both Waterfall and Agile methodologies.

Additional requirements include:

• facilitation skills;
• planning and organising skills;
• effective communication skills;
• a drive for results;
• service and stakeholder focus; and
• the ability to manage complexity and ambiguity.

In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.

The SARB offers remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market. The level at which the successful applicant will be appointed will depend on his/her competence and experience.