Programme Manager-Smollan

Recruiter:

H2R Africa

Job Ref:

JHB001245/DH

Date posted:

Thursday, September 3, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Hourly

SUMMARY:

Programme Manager - Strategic Transformation- 6 month contract

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced and results-driven Programme Manager to lead and deliver complex strategic transformation initiatives across the business. This role requires a seasoned professional with a proven track record in managing large-scale programmes, driving organisational change, and ensuring the successful delivery of strategic objectives.
The successful candidate will work closely with executive leadership, business stakeholders, and delivery teams to ensure that transformation programmes are executed effectively, achieve intended outcomes, and deliver measurable business value.

POSITION INFO:
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Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage enterprise-wide strategic transformation programmes from initiation through to implementation.
Develop and maintain programme governance structures, frameworks, controls, and reporting mechanisms.
Align programme objectives with organisational strategy and business priorities.
Manage multiple interdependent projects, ensuring successful integration and delivery.
Provide leadership and direction to project managers and cross-functional teams.
Identify, assess, and mitigate programme risks, issues, and dependencies.
Monitor programme performance against scope, schedule, budget, and benefits realisation targets.
Facilitate executive steering committee meetings and provide regular progress updates to senior stakeholders.
Drive organisational change management activities to support successful adoption and business readiness.
Manage vendor and third-party relationships where applicable.
Ensure compliance with organisational policies, governance requirements, and industry best practices.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Engineering, Information Technology, Commerce, or a related field.
Programme Management certification preferred (MSP, PgMP, PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).
Change Management certification will be advantageous.

Experience

10+ years of project and programme management experience.
Minimum 5 years managing large-scale strategic transformation programmes.
Proven experience delivering enterprise-wide business transformation, organisational change, operating model transformation, digital transformation, or process optimisation programmes.
Experience engaging with Executive Committees, Boards, and Senior Leadership Teams.
Strong financial management and programme governance experience.
Experience within highly regulated environments will be advantageous.

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