IT Project Management Office (PMO) Lead

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

BIT003971/Rein

Date posted:

Friday, February 14, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

1500000.00 Annually

SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking an experienced IT Project Management Office (PMO) Lead to oversee and manage complex IT programs, including large-scale projects that drive business success. The PMO Lead will be responsible for ensuring the timely and high-quality delivery of IT projects, balancing scope, budget, and functionality, while managing risks and contingencies. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic team in a strategic role within a fast-paced and evolving IT environment.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

Portfolio Management: Establish, manage, and execute the IT portfolio in collaboration with key stakeholders. Align the portfolio with the IT and Business Unit (BU) strategy and ensure that strategic business objectives are met.
Program Oversight: Manage all aspects of IT programs, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Track value contributions and objectives throughout the project lifecycle.
Risk & Issue Management: Identify and mitigate risks within the IT program and portfolio. Ensure smooth project delivery, addressing any scope changes, critical paths, and resource allocation.
Stakeholder Communication: Regularly communicate progress and status to stakeholders through weekly and monthly updates. Provide detailed feedback and support for effective decision-making.
Financial Reporting: Collaborate to create integrated financial reports covering budgets, forecasting, and expenses, to ensure financial alignment with project goals.
Leadership & Sponsorship: Provide active sponsorship and leadership for projects and programs, ensuring that they meet time, cost, and quality targets. Conduct evaluations to assess overall program success and areas for improvement.
Project Assessment & Selection: Prioritize and approve projects, ensuring alignment with business strategies. Conduct feasibility studies and confirm decisions made by business units.

Job Requirements:

Educational Qualifications: IT/Business-related Honours Degree (Essential/minimum).
Certifications: Agile Practitioner Certification (Essential/minimum) and Project Management Professional (PMP) or alternative project management certifications.
Experience: In-depth knowledge of IT project delivery and methodology, as well as IT infrastructure.
Skills: Strong communication skills, with the ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.

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For more information contact:
Reinie Du Preez
Senior Specialist Recruitment Consultant
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