Programme Manager
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Job Description
Introduction
The position of Programme Manager is vacant. The Programme Manager will report directly to the Senior Manager: Project Management Office and form part of the Office of the Chief Operations Officer. The position is based at the Head Office in Pretoria.
The remuneration package for this position isR per annum negotiablebased on qualifications and experience.
The closing date for applications will beThursday 24 April 2025.
Duties & Responsibilities
The Programme Manager will be required to provide support to the Senior Manager:
Project Management Office through the implementation of the following Key Performance Areas (KPAs):
- Analyse information about the organisations strategic goals and objectives internal and external influences programme drivers and the benefits that stakeholders expect the programme to realise. Ensure Strategic Reporting of the Programmes in line with the Strategic Objectives and organisational priorities defined by the Strategy Office.
- Define and embed the Programme Roadmap Benefits Management Plan and Risk management strategies and ensure they are aligned to the Strategic Portfolio of Programmes and Projects.
- Ensure the identification of programme benefits and the development of a benefits management plan based on the Business Case Strategic Plan and Strategic Objectives.
- Drive the Endtoend management of programmes including effective programme formulation Programme Planning Programme Delivery Monitoring and Reporting.
- Oversee and manage the development of critical programme governance documents including business plans programme charters and programme management plans and secure the acceptance and approval by the relevant programme stakeholders.
- Manage the performance of project managers and ensure projects are delivered in line with the project objectives.
- Provide Leadership support and coaching to Project Managers and ensure project risks and issues are addressed and escalated.
- Oversee the of projects assigned to project managers and ensure the delivery of all projects on schedule and within the approved scope in line with project objectives.
- Drive and manage the interaction and alignment with portfolio management to ensure programmes are provided with appropriate resources and prioritised.
- Drive engagements with governance bodies programme sponsors and strategy Teams to ensure the programmes continued alignment with organisational strategy.
- Manage internal and external stakeholders to ensure that programmes receive appropriate strategic and operational support and that the benefits delivered by the programme can be effectively sustained.
Desired Experience & Qualification
Qualification requirements are:
- A 3year Degree/Diploma or NQF 6 equivalent in Project/Programme Management/Business Administration/ Information Technology/Operations Management or related field A postgraduate qualification and/or project management certification advantageous
- Experience in implementing business and digital transformation programmes and Software Development Lifecycle Projects is essential
- Experience in implementing Healthcare Systems and Technologies will serve as an advantage
- 5 to 8 years handson experience in Programme Management with at least 3 years of experience at a management/supervisory level
- Handson experience and proficiency in the application of project management methodologies and Hybrid such as (PMBoK Agile Scrum Waterfall Prince etc.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) and/or Programme Management Professional Certification (PgMP) Certification will be an added advantage
- Agile Project Management Certifications essential (Agile PM DSDM Disciplined Agile or Agile Scrum etc)
Other Skills
- Proficiency in the application of project and programme management tools and artefacts (MS Projects Projects Online and/ or any other project management tools)
- Strong Stakeholder Management and Problemsolving skills Adaptable and flexible in approach
- Change Management and Integration skills Strong communication skills and analytical expertise Leadership skills to guide project managers and program teams
- A team player with a strong collaborative implementation approach Innovative solutiondriven and goalorientated
- Pay particular attention to detail take initiative and easily identify and mitigate risk
- Composure in a fastmoving dynamic environment and very governance driven environment Knowledge of the South African medical scheme industry
- Must be in possession of a valid drivers license and own vehicle and be willing to travel at short notice
Interested
The closing date for applications is 24th April 2025. Should you not hear from us by 31 May 2025 please consider your application unsuccessful.
GEMS employs people with the highest level of integrity submission to the appropriate preemployment assessment is obligatory to be considered for the position.
Kindly note that the information provided on application of the position may be shared with a third party for vetting purposes and will be stored by GEMS for a period of 5 years.
Kindly note that information is required for Employment Equity Purposes and information gathered is strictly used according to the intended purpose of collection unless there is a legal need or permission is granted from the applicant themselves to make use of it for other purpose
Should you wish to have your information removed from the GEMS database kindly send a request in writing to.
GEMS adopts a hybrid work model.
GEMS is guided by the principles of employment equity. Preference will be given to groups who are underrepresented in accordance with GEMS employment equity plan.
Successful candidates will be required to seek approval to conduct other work outside of GEMS.
GEMS Employees are required to conduct themselves in a manner that reflects the organisations paramount values: Excellence Member Value Integrity Innovation and Collaboration.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
