Job Purpose
Manage the successful end to end planning, execution and delivery of projects, to the required business objectives within the constraints of time, cost and quality.
Responsibilities
Project, Program and Portfolio Management
Plan and manage the delivery of projects within an area of professional expertise, using an appropriate project management methodology to give assurance that intended outcomes are achieved.
Ensure projects are realistically planned, organised and resourced, to deliver against requirement / project plan.
Project and Program Deliverables
Plan and lead the delivery of a range of information gathering, analysis, and stakeholder consultation activities and specify, negotiate, and agree on project deliverables.
Remain deliverable focused with each unique project delivering a product service result. Make decisions regarding the project, in context of the project boundaries, within the overall envelope of approved time, cost and scope and is accountable for the results of the project. Ensure a clear understanding of the project goals and stakeholder expectations. Effectively negotiate and define scope of work with all stakeholders thereby ensuring effective delivery.
Project and Program Stakeholder Engagement
Develop and implement stakeholder engagement plans for projects to identify relevant stakeholders, to develop positive stakeholder relationships, and to ensure that each stakeholder has an appropriate share of voice.
Ensure effective communication to business owners, internal customers and other relevant stakeholders, to keep them informed, facilitate decision making, take corrective action and set direction.
Build sound working relationships with all relevant stakeholders, delivery partners and 3rd parties.
Ensure the effective facilitation of all stakeholders’ input.
Project and Program Risks and Issues Management
Manage identification of risks, issues, dependencies, and constraints associated with the project, escalating these where appropriate. Where necessary, develop, agree on, and implement solutions to overcome these.
Transparently manage and control project delivery through effective management and communication of risks, issues, expectations, scope change and decisions required.
Project and Program Resource Management
Manage the deployment of project resources, proactively managing project costs, providing forecasts, and presenting variances with narrative at appropriate review points to ensure effective utilisation.
Motivate resources to achieve a unified approach.
Project and Program Reporting and Reviews
Draft project review reports and presentations, including key information, commentary, and recommendations to support the review process and enable stakeholders to evaluate progress and agree on change.
Track and report on the financial business benefit reports.
Project and Program Governance
Ensure compliance of projects to EPO project governance framework and methodology.
Ensure effective and efficient project administration including project documentation, schedule planning and maintenance.
Continuous Improvement
Review existing operations in own area of work and implement innovation processes to generate new ideas and ensure continuous improvements are delivered.
Personal Capability Building
Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation where relevant to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
Education
Grade 12/ SAQA Accredited Equivalent (Essential); Certification or Accreditation in a Recognised Project Methodology (Agile, Prince2/PMBOK) (Essential); 3 year Degree or Diploma in Project management (Advantageous)
Experience
5 or more years’ experience in the discipline of Project Management (Essential); Previous senior project management experience (Advantageous); Experience in Financial Services Industry (Advantageous)
Telesure Investment Holdings (Pty) Ltd (TIH) is the holding company of some of South Africa’s leading and innovative financial institutions.
These financial institutions are licensed to provide financial products and/or services ranging from short-term, long-term and health insurance as well as a comparison and investment platforms.
Our origins go back to 1 June 1985, when Auto & General Insurance was launched into the South African market. We have since grown into a group of subsidiaries of which Auto & General now forms a part.
Today, we own some of South Africa’s most loved and recognisable brands, each finding a better way to give their unique group of customers peace of mind.
We exist to continuously find better ways to give people peace of mind, whether it is to protect what they own, their loved ones or their greater ambitions and life plans they’re working so hard for.
We’re proven pioneers with a hunger for doing and being the best we can, bringing customer-focused innovation and service excellence to the financial services industry.
We’re an undivided team of diverse thinkers and doers who believe in leading through technology and pushing past their limits.
TIH is a licensed controlling company.
