Stellenbosch: IT Project Manager posted by Sabenza IT & Recruitment

About The Role

The core function of a Project Manager is to ensure the successful completion of software implementation projects for our clients. This includes the planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and finalization of assigned projects according to the defined budget, deadlines, and technical requirements.

Your focus areas will include the development of project plans and managing the efforts of assigned stakeholders to deliver projects according to plan. Such stakeholders would include internal team members, third-party agents, and the relevant clients. The Project Manager will define the projects objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle.

The role requires someone who is a proactive problem-solver and enjoys working independently or within a team-based structure. While our team members work on individual projects, we encourage a collaborative and supportive environment, where solutions and ideas are shared to achieve the best possible outcomes.

About You

You are an experienced Project Manager with experience in the implementation of software solutions.

You have strong interpersonal, relationship-building, and communication skills, capable of engaging effectively with diverse groups of stakeholders. You are proactive and solutionsoriented, with good conflict resolution skills.

Requirements

Your experience, qualifications, and skills:

• Project Management Certification or Qualification
  
• 5+ years of project management experience within an IT/Technology environment.
  
• Experience in the project management of multiple, complex projects
  
• Experience in the implementation of IT Solutions within medium to large businesses
  
• Working knowledge of project management tools such as MS Projects
  
• Working knowledge with Agile methodologies and project methodologies such as Prince2, PMBOK, or MS Solutions Framework
  
• Previous experience within the Insurance industry or the InsurTech industry will be highly beneficial.