Project​/Programme Manager Intermediate to Senior; Contracting

Position: Project/ Programme Manager I Intermediate to Senior (Contracting)
# Project/ Programme Manager I Intermediate to Senior (Contracting) iqbusiness South Africa Johannesburg, Gauteng Permanent Posted  
** 6 JANUARY 2026** - Closing Date
** 31 MAY 2026**###

Job Description
** iqbusiness
* * is Africa’s future-focused management and digital growth enabler, with over 26 years of experience. To kick off 2026, we’re looking for experienced
** Project and/or Programme Management
** professionals, eager to lead new engagements.

Our consulting model supports clients across
** Banking, Financial Services, Mining and Technology**.Core Project/Programme execution experience
** must
* * relate to the following:
* Systems implementations and migrations (Oracle, SAP, etc)
* Data (governance, migration, etc)
* Compliance and regulatory
* Card and Payments
* EPMO/PMO
* Strategic projects

You will need to lead and manage projects from idea inception to activation and launch. Make informed decisions considering People, Process, and Technology and manage multiple teams across projects.
*
* Key Responsibilities:

*** Lead Projects/Programmes end-to-end from initiation to close-out.
* Identify stakeholders and consult broadly with clients and delivery teams.
* Plan and coordinate teams, resources, and procurement.
* Manage scope, timelines, budgets, and risks using appropriate methodologies.
* Communicate Programme guidance and maintain governance artefacts.
* Monitor performance, report on progress, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
* Close mess or phases, ensuring documentation and offboarding are complete.
*
* Experience and Skills:

*** Minimum 4 years experience in a core Project Management capacity
* 6+ years in a core Project Management capacity for more senior levels
* 2+ years additional Programme Management experience is advantageous
* Experience must align with the areas listed above
* Strong knowledge of project frameworks and methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
* Advanced budget and stakeholder management skills.
* Effective communication and leadership skills.
* Exposure to Business and Process Analysis.
* Hybrid work model (Client, iqbusiness, Home).
** Education and Certifications
*** Qualification in Project / Programme Management.
* Certified in PRINCE2 Practitioner and/or PMP.
* Degree or Diploma in Business Management, Computer Science, Business Science, or Engineering advantageous.
* Certified Scrum Master, SAFe certifications highly advantageous.  
** NB:
** Please be advised that a project breakdown or template will be required and further details will be discussed if successful.

**
* Please Note:

** As all iqbusiness roles require honesty in the handling of or access to cash, finances, financial systems, or confidential information; our recruitment process requires that the following background checks be completed: credit, criminal, , and qualification verification.
** iqbusiness is committed to sustainable growth and transformation, we embrace diversity and employ previously disadvantaged individuals
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