DLK Group

PROJECT MANAGER – TRANSVERSAL FINANCIAL SYSTEMS

DLK Group  •  Pietermaritzburg, ZA (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description


SCOPE OF WORK

IFMS & FINANCIAL SYSTEMS IMPLEMENTATION

  • Lead implementation of transversal financial systems including:

  • LOGIS across provincial departments

  • CSD / RFQ systems

  • e-Tendering platforms

  • Interim Invoice Tracking Tool

  • Support establishment of a Systems Support Unit for provincial departments.

  • Implement IFMS-related systems and enhancements aligned to provincial requirements.

DATA ANALYTICS & REPORTING

  • Develop and enhance financial data warehouse capabilities.

  • Improve financial dashboards and reporting systems.

  • Implement data capturing standards and departmental integration processes.

  • Establish a Data Analytics Support Unit.

  • Strengthen financial reporting for oversight, accountability, and decision-making.

ICT GOVERNANCE, FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT & STRATEGY

  • Provide leadership in ICT governance and financial systems alignment.

  • Participate in ICT Steering Committees and governance forums.

Ensure compliance with:

  • PFMA requirements

  • National Treasury Regulations

  • Audit and internal control frameworks

  • Support ICT procurement processes and technical advisory functions.

  • Lead ICT workstreams under Provincial Financial Recovery initiatives.

  • Ensure alignment of ICT and financial systems strategy with government priorities.

DELIVERABLES

The Project Manager shall be responsible for:

  • Oversight of Data Warehouse development and implementation.

  • Management of financial reporting systems via the Data Analytics Centre.

  • Coordination of stakeholder engagements across departments.

  • Strategic input into ICT and financial systems strategy.

  • Leadership of transversal ICT and financial systems implementation programmes.

REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

Monthly reporting must include:

  • Deliverables achieved

  • Risks and issues

  • Mitigation measures

  • Planned activities

Quarterly reporting must include:

  • Consolidated project performance

  • Compliance and governance status (including PFMA alignment)

  • Milestone tracking

REQUIRED REPORTS

  • Monthly Progress Reports

  • Quarterly Performance Reports

  • Project Close-Out Reports

  • Updated Gantt Charts

  • Departmental Support Utilisation Reports

  • ICT Strategy Monitoring Reports

COMMUNICATION, REPORTING & PERFORMANCE MONITORING

Reporting Lines

  • Reports to the Director: Financial Information Management Systems.

  • Overall oversight by the Provincial Accountant-General.

  • Responsible for escalation of risks and compliance issues in line with PFMA obligations.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Coordinate departmental task teams and ICT/Finance stakeholders.

  • Engage CFOs, steering committees, and governance structures.

  • Ensure alignment between ICT delivery, financial management, and PFMA compliance requirements.

Performance Monitoring

Performance will be assessed against the approved project plan, including:

  • Deliverable quality and timeliness

  • Stakeholder engagement effectiveness

  • Governance and PFMA compliance adherence

  • Achievement of project milestones and strategic objectives


Requirements


Qualifications

  • A minimum of an undergraduate tertiary qualification (NQF Level 7).

  • A qualification or coursework with a specialisation in Information Technology (IT).

  • Project Management certification: PMP and/or PRINCE2 Practitioner and/or Agile PM Practitioner.

Experience

  • Minimum of 5 years’ Project Management experience.

  • Proven experience in at least two (2) ICT and/or financial systems implementation projects.

  • Demonstrated experience managing large-scale IT projects across the full project lifecycle, including:

  • Conceptualisation

  • Planning

  • Implementation

  • Monitoring and control

  • Evaluation and closure

Experience in public sector financial systems, IFMS, or transversal systems environments will be advantageous.

Skills, Knowledge & Competencies

  • Strong end-to-end project management capability.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Strong data analytics and reporting capability.

  • Advanced planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and MS Project.

Knowledge of:

  • Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), 1999

  • National Treasury Regulations and Instructions

  • Public sector governance, audit, and compliance frameworks

  • Ability to manage multiple stakeholders in complex government environments.

  • Strong analytical thinking, decision-making, and reporting capability.

  • Understanding of financial controls, compliance monitoring, and audit readiness requirements.

Personal Attributes

  • Confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive financial and government information.

  • Integrity, honesty, and ethical conduct in line with PFMA principles.

  • Professionalism and respect in stakeholder engagement.

  • Accountability, transparency, and results-driven performance.
DLK Group

About DLK Group

DLK Group is a 100% black-owned and managed company, with our roots in Cape Town, and projects managed throughout South Africa.

Our track record of operational excellence and innovation over 2 decades has made us trusted advisors to our clients. We provide the people, expertise, support, and training required to implement complex IT infrastructure, enterprise architecture and ERP solutions.

We partner with our clients to build successful organisations, underpinned by robust technology.

Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Cape Town, ZA
Year Founded
2000
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