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Senior Project Manager Jobs in Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa at MOYO
Title: Senior Project Manager
Company: MOYO
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
WELCOME TO MOYO
Senior Project Manager
We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team and help drive meaningful, high-impact change in client environments. This role is central to the successful delivery of complex digital projects, combining leadership, technical understanding, and strategic problem-solving.
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
As a Senior Project Manager, you will play a key role in:
Scoping projects and developing business cases
Managing project timelines, budgets, risks, and issues
Facilitating delivery through structured project management methodologies
Applying your understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Business Analysis to solve client problems effectively
Engaging cross-functional technical teams to drive delivery within complex, data- and software-driven environments
Required Qualifications
Tertiary degree, diploma, or certificate in a related field (e.g., Project or Programme Management)
PMP certification (non-negotiable)
Agile Practitioner certification (SAFe or SCRUM) is preferred – or willingness to certify shortly after onboarding
Experience And Knowledge
3–6 years’ experience in dedicated Project Management roles, with 10+ years total professional experience
Proven experience managing technical projects involving enterprise software and data within digital technology environments
Experience in either the Mining or Banking industry (preferred)
Familiarity with product lifecycle management
Previous experience as a SCRUM Master or EPIC Owner (Programme Manager) advantageous
Knowledge of COBIT and ITIL frameworks beneficial
Key Responsibilities
Develop and manage detailed project schedules and backlogs (SOWs, prioritisation, resource plans)
Manage project risks, actions, issues, and decisions (RAID)
Coordinate project integration and change management activities
Oversee budget and cost control, including procurement and financial reporting
Ensure quality assurance processes are followed
Facilitate conflict resolution and stakeholder negotiation
Lead cross-functional, multi-disciplinary teams
Oversee release and configuration management activities
Prepare and present reports for Steering Committees
Ensure compliance with internal governance standards and frameworks
Competencies
Critical Thinking – Apply logic and reasoning to identify strong solutions
Active Learning – Adapt based on new information and insights
Business Acumen – Understand organisational structures and industry contexts
Systems Thinking – Evaluate how systems interact and respond to change
Complex Problem Solving – Break down multifaceted issues and develop practical solutions
Deductive & Inductive Reasoning – Use structured and intuitive approaches to decision-making
Excellent Communication – Engage effectively with senior stakeholders through both verbal and written channels
Moyo Culture And Values
We seek understanding.
We make a difference.
We’ve got your back.
We are leaders.
We are reliable.
We are brave.
Our company provides equal employment opportunities to all.