Program Manager

WHAT WE DO | Our talented teams create tech that connects brands to people via meaningful content that impacts their lives in positive ways. By understanding where the markets are going and where technology fits in; we use our knowledge to identify solutions that boost businesses and shift user experiences.

WHY WE'RE DIFFERENT | What makes us a leader in our industry, and different from other international digital tech companies, is our ability to tailor or custom create our offering to solve business challenges.

WHERE YOU FIT IN | We aim to build an inspiring organization with an engaged and high performing culture. We believe in possibilities. We connect to the future. Think unlimited digital potential, global reach, limitless content, unreal experiences, real connections... now imagine the direct impact you could have in this landscape. If you are eager to work in an inspiring, dynamic environment and collaborate with like-minded people, we want to hear from you!

As Project Manager, you are ensuring that all projects are delivered on time, within the scope and budget, and are defining project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders, and providing technical feasibility. Definition of the project team for each project, assigning roles, responsibilities, and deliverables.

• Map out project scope and dependencies across all teams
• Ensure resource availability and allocation for the project
• Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress
• Coordinate and manage internal resources and third-party vendors for the flawless execution of projects, ensuring deliverables are available on time
• Manage the implementation of the plan with a focus on the quality of delivery
• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques
• Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques
• Regularly report on project progress, escalating issues to management as necessary
• Successfully manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders
• Perform risk management to minimise project risks
• Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
• Close projects with appropriate closure processes
• Contribute to continued improvement in the PMO

• 5 years of equivalent project management experience managing complex multidisciplinary projects in the IT / Telecom / Start-up/ Media space
• University degree
• Proven track record in leading cross-functional projects, preferably in an international environment
• Experience working with traditional IT/Technology /Telecom projects with virtual teams - agile projects are a plus
• Strong analytics understanding to build project charters that prioritise activities that deliver the biggest business impact
• Strong understanding of both business as well as technology stakeholder requirements
• Excellent knowledge of how the collaboration between Software Development, Testing, Business Analysts, and Project Management takes place in an agile work environment
• Strong written and oral communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, ability to prioritise work efficiently, and good team orientation
• Experience in gather and formulating technical and business requirements
• Excellent analytical skills (problem structuring and problem-solving), able to handle complex analyses
• Excellent JIRA and MS-Office knowledge
• Languages: Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English