REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Matric and honours degree (NQF8) in Project Management, Business Administration/Engineering/ Business Leadership, or related field.
- Minimum of 5 to 8 years' experience in Senior Management and a minimum of 1 to 3 years' experience at top management.
- Master's degree (NQF 9) in Project Management, Business Administration/Engineering/ Business Leadership, or related field will serve as an added advantage.
DESIRED ADDITIONAL SKILLS/ COMPETENCIES:
- Project and programme management skills across full project lifecycle
- Planning, scheduling, and project control capabilities
- Project management tools and systems (e.g., PPMS, dashboards, reporting tools)
- Data analysis and reporting skills (financial and operational insights)
- Stakeholder engagement and communication skills (Executive, Board, external stakeholders)
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
- Financial management and budgeting skills (forecasting, variance analysis)
- Problem-solving and decision-making ability
- Change management and implementation capability
- Leadership and team coordination skills
- Project management methodologies and frameworks (e.g., PMBOK, PRINCE2)
- Project lifecycle (initiation to close-out)
- Portfolio and programme management principles
- Energy sector dynamics and infrastructure projects
- Governance frameworks, PFMA, and regulatory requirements
- Risk management and compliance frameworks
- Financial management Principles in Project environments
- Performance monitoring, KPIs, and reporting systems
- Change management practices and organisational transformation
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:
PMO Strategic Support & Management
- Develop and implement PM frameworks, policies, SOPs, and templates
- Establish and manage a Project Portfolio Management System (PPMS)
- Implement project dashboards, KPIs, and performance tracking tools
- Align projects with organisational strategy and portfolio priorities
- Drive change management initiatives to support PMU adoption
Project Scheduling and Controlling
- Develop scheduling templates and guidelines aligned to best practice
- Monitor project timelines, milestones, and resource allocation
- Conduct quality assurance and regular schedule reviews
- Implement proactive project control and early warning systems
- Coordinate with cost controllers on budget vs actual tracking
Project Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting
- Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation systems and tools
- Track KPIs, deliverables, and project progress
- Facilitate regular stakeholder and project review meetings
- Conduct field visits, audits, and quality reviews
- Compile and review technical and executive reports
Risk, Compliance & Governance
- Develop and implement risk management frameworks and strategies
- Monitor and mitigate project risks proactively
- Ensure compliance with PFMA, procurement, and governance requirements
- Oversee contract and service provider management
- Conduct compliance audits and enforce corrective actions
Financial Management & Oversight
- Monitor project budgets, expenditure, and forecasts
- Conduct variance analysis and implement corrective actions
- Develop financial reports (budget vs actuals)
- Support business units in budgeting and forecasting
- Implement financial controls and governance mechanisms
Closing Date: 28 June 2026