Sandton: Intermediate Project Manager – POS Development – (PERMANENT) posted by PM Connection

Our client is seeking to hire an Intermediate Project Manager to lead and coordinate Point-of-Sale (POS) development projects within a fast-paced fintech environment.

The role focuses on managing cross-functional teams, driving Agile (Kanban) delivery, and ensuring clear and structured documentation of business and technical requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end delivery of POS development projects.
• Maintain and manage Kanban workflows and JIRA boards.
• Coordinate planning, backlog grooming, and delivery tracking.
• Ensure quality and completeness of BRS and SOW documentation.
• Engage with stakeholders and provide regular project updates.
• Manage and support a team of Business Analysts and a Junior Project Manager Identify and resolve risks, issues, and delivery blockers.
• Seeking to hire an Intermediate Project Manager to lead and coordinate Point-of-Sale (POS) development projects within a fast-paced fintech environment.
• The role focuses on managing cross-functional teams, driving Agile (Kanban) delivery, and ensuring clear and structured documentation of business and technical requirements.

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies, particularly Kanban.
• Advanced proficiency in JIRA (boards, workflows, reporting).
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Leadership and team management capability.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• High attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong accountability, ownership, and professional integrity.

Qualifications and Experience:

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• Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 47 years experience in project management within software or POS development environments.
• Proven experience managing Agile/Kanban delivery projects.
• Experience managing small teams or delivery squads.
• Strong experience within fintech, payments, or technology-driven environments (advantageous).
• Experience in POS or retail systems is advantageous.
• Exposure to payments, integrations, or transactional systems is advantageous.
• Project Management certification (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2, Agile) is advantageous.

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