The ICT Project Manager (PM) will implement Information Technology (IT) initiatives that improve cost effectiveness, service quality, and business efficiency in a constantly changing environment. The Project Manager will take lead in the project management of information systems to support the organisation\u2019s internal and external business operations and models.<\/p>\n
Key Responsibilities\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0
\nICT Project Initiation<\/p>\n
\tContribute to strategic and tactical planning, development, evaluation and coordination of the information and technology systems for the DBSA.
\n\tDetermine appropriate revenue recognition, ensure timely and accurate invoicing, and monitors receivables for project.
\n\tContribute towards development of enterprise systems architecture.
\n\tCommunicate ICT implementation plans and policies to project sponsors.
\n\tImplement appropriate ICT project progress reporting to the project sponsor and project team.
\n\tResearch and evaluate alternatives for the enhancement or re-engineering of Information Technology projects.
\n\tImplement an appropriate Information Technology Governance Framework and ensure compliance to this framework.<\/p>\n
Project Management<\/p>\n
\tPrepare procurement documents and project service level agreements in line with the overall Service Level Agreement of the bank.
\n\tIdentify and schedule project deliverables, milestones, and required activities and tasks.
\n\tEstablish a work plan and staffing for project activities, iterations or phases.
\n\tPlan and manage day-to-day project operations in relation to utilisation of resources, ensuring delivery within approved scope, budget, and timelines.
\n\tDirect and coordinate the activities of the project team to ensure that projects progress on schedule and within budget.
\n\tTrack and control project budgets, weekly expenses and benefits realisation.
\n\tPrepare and present progress reports and motivations to the team and project sponsors.
\n\tPerform risk assessments and implement mitigation plans.
\n\tManage business and ICT transition activities, including acceptance testing, training, change management, post-implementation support, and the handover of ICT services and solutions to operational support teams.
\n\tMonitor and validate pricing model and billing procedures.
\n\tMaintain compliance with internal standards, external accreditation requirements, and legal obligations.
\n\tImplement the project communication plan by facilitating regular team and stakeholder engagements to ensure alignment with project sponsors and stakeholders.
\n\tConduct post-project evaluations to capture lessons learned and improve future project outcomes.<\/p>\n
Key Measures\/KPIs<\/p>\n
\tAccurate revenue recognition with timely invoicing and effective monitoring of receivables.
\n\tAlignment of project outcomes with business objectives and project management lifecycle principles.
\n\tOn-time, within-scope, and within-budget delivery of projects.
\n\tQuality and consistency of project information, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and standardisation across the bank.<\/p>\n
Expertise & Technical Competencies\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0
\nMinimum Requirements:<\/p>\n
\tA Bachelors Degree in ICT, Commerce, Project \/ Programme Management or Engineering.
\n\tProject Management qualification (PMBOK or Prince or Similar).
\n\tA minimum of 7 years\u2019 experience in the management of Information and Communication Technology and\/or business projects.
\n\tA minimum of 5 years in managing medium to large sized projects in an Information and Communication Technology environment.<\/p>\n
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES<\/p>\n
Project Management<\/p>\n
\tInitiates project plans and secures resources for projects that span area or department boundaries.
\n\tUses estimating techniques and develops project risk management approaches.
\n\tHas an in-depth and practical understanding of how to maximize the effectiveness of project teams.<\/p>\n
Planning & Organizing<\/p>\n
\tIs relied on to helps other plan and organise their workload.
\n\tUses effectively advance time management processes to deal with high workload and tight deadlines.
\n\tOrganises, prioritises and schedules tasks so they can be performed within budget and with the efficient use of time and resources.
\n\tAchieves goals in a timely manner, despite obstacles encountered, by organising, reprioritising and replanning<\/p>\n
Negotiation Skills<\/p>\n
\tUnderstands and can apply basic negotiating skills and techniques, e.g., obtaining a full understanding of the other party’s agenda and needs before disclosing own perspectives.
\n\tPossesses an understanding of various unspoken communications from other parties and can decipher hidden agendas.
\n\tIs able to successfully conclude negotiations which require the development of an emotional as well as factual argument.
\n\tIs able to develop mutually beneficial potential solutions.<\/p>\n
Written Communication<\/p>\n
\tUnderstands that different writing styles are required for different documents or audiences.
\n\tWrite effective correspondence, prepares questions and reports, statements of circumstance and briefing notes.
\n\tReviews others\u2019 documents for clarity and impact.
\n\tHas a solid mastery of writing principles such as grammar, sentence construction etc.<\/p>\n
Required Personal Attributes\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0
\nBEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES<\/p>\n
Information Seeking and Analysis<\/p>\n
\tBreaks down problems into simple lists of tasks or activities
\n\tInvestigates the problem or situation beyond routine questioning.<\/p>\n
Impact and Influence<\/p>\n
\tIncludes careful preparation of data for presentation.
\n\tMakes two or more different arguments or points in a presentation or a discussion.<\/p>\n
Achievement Orientation<\/p>\n
\tFocuses on new or more effective ways of improving own work and meeting targets.
\n\tFocuses on raising quality, customer satisfaction and revenues.
\n\tFormulates own objectives and action plans in order to achieve a measurable improvement in the future.
\n\tMakes specific changes to systems and processes in order to improve efficiency and quality.<\/p>\n
Self-Awareness & Self Control<\/p>\n
\tIgnores angering actions and continues a conversation or task. May leave temporarily to withhold emotions, then return immediately to continue.
\n\tFeels strong emotions in the course of a conversation or other task, such as anger, extreme frustration, or high stress; holds the emotions back, and continues to act calmly.<\/p>\n
Decisiveness<\/p>\n
\tActs promptly to address urgent needs, taking quickly those decisions which need to be taken.
\n\tThinks on their feet when necessary.
\n\tChanges his\/her perception, ideas or alters normal procedures to fit a specific situation to get a job done and\/or meet company goals.
\n\tAssesses available information to reach a clear view of key options and selects the best option at the time.<\/p>\n
go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( http:\/\/www.dbsa.org ) or<\/p>\n
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