Overview
IT Project Manager Jobs in Durban, South Africa at Datafin
ENVIRONMENT: A reputable higher
education
institution, accredited by DHET and recognized by CHE, and specializing in distance
education
for undergraduate and postgraduate business programs, is currently seeking to fill the position of an IT Project Manager whose primary responsibilities associated with this role encompass the following overseeing and guiding the progress of numerous IT projects, from their inception through to their successful conclusion.
DUTIES:
Lead multiple IT projects from initiation to completion
Develop and manage project budgets
Communicate with stakeholders, including IT managers, vendors, and executive leaders
Lead risk management and mitigation efforts
Gather, analyse, and report IT metrics
Lead change management activities to increase adoption and acceptance of new technologies
Maintain project documentation, including project plans, requirements, specifications, and progress reports
Ensure that the project deliverables meet the required quality standards
Monitor project progress, track milestones, and ensure that the project is on schedule and within scope
Assemble and lead project teams, including IT professionals, developers, engineers, and other stakeholders
REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or equivalent
Professional certification in Project Management
Experience
Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in an IT Project Manager role
Job Related Knowledge and Skills
Project Management methodologies
Technology and IT Systems
Industry Standards and Best Practices
Risk Management
Quality Assurance and Testing
Change Management
ATTRIBUTES:
Leadership
Communication
Time and Resource Management
Problem Solving
Team Management and Collaboration
Negotiating and Influencing
Adaptability
Title: IT Project Manager
Company: Datafin
Location: Durban, South Africa
Category: IT/Tech (IT Project Manager, IT Consultant, Systems Analyst)