Project Manager

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

ROLE PURPOSE
Ensure delivery of business solutions by managing projects throughout the project and delivery
lifecycle in close collaboration with internal- and external parties where dependencies exist.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND WORK OUTPUTS
Manage, facilitate, collaborate and co-ordinate the project delivery process with the lifecycle
framework
Develop, maintain and distribute relevant project documentation (e.g. the project plan, strategy,
scope and objectives
Monitor, maintain and report on the project progress
Develop and maintain a relationship with future and existing clients and stakeholders
Achieve all project objectives and complete these objectives to the relevant clients'' satisfaction
Keep abreast of project management best practices and trends
Consult with internal and external stakeholders to pro-actively address issues and risks
Identify and manage dependencies between projects
Participate and contribute to a culture which builds rewarding relationships, facilitates feedback and
provides exceptional client service.
Continuously develop own expertise in terms of professional, industry and legislation knowledge
Contribute to continuous innovation through the development, sharing and implementation of new
ideas
Take ownership for driving career development

KNOWLEDGE
Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Relevant MS Project / Project Management software
Project Management lifecycle, from conception to close-out
Agile methodology (preferred)

SKILLS
Business acumen
Presentation skills
Planning and organising skills
Interpersonal skills
Facilitation skills
Communication skill
Problem solving skills

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Adopt and embody the Company Way
Accountability
Adaptability
Collaboration and co-creation
Client centric thinking
Decision making and problem solving
Organisation and attention to detail
Providing insight
Articulating information
Managing Tasks
Examining information

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
Project Management Qualification -Essential
Relevant B-Degree – Desirable
Min of 5 years’ experience managing projects in a diverse environment (essential)
Insurance industry experience (desirable)
Experience in / or exposure to AGILE methodologies/ Lean Thinking will be beneficial i.e scrum
master role
IT Project experience will be an advantage