Project Manager
Project Portfolio Planning Assist the EPPF to proactively identify project requirements and accurately forecast specific project requirements Define and implement good practices regarding project management and administration in line with industry best practice Develop and implement governance mechanisms to support the effective execution of projects Maintain regular reports presenting a consolidated view of the EPPF project portfolio in terms of budgets, time, resources and deliverables People Management Manage planning of resource requirements, ensure sufficient capable resources are in place to meet service delivery demands, maintaining the effective and efficient capability of the project team. Build a high performing team where the best people are deployed in the right roles and deliver against strategy. Ensure that all employees are motivated, developed. Manage employees’ performance and ensure that their individual and collective performance is of the required standard. Implement and maintain an effective system of internal controls and delegations of authority for the department, to ensure that accountability for decisions made. Inspires, aligns and engages employees around the vision and strategy of the Fund, maximising employee engagement and willingness to invest discretionary effort. Project Execution Oversight and Management Liaise with key stakeholders to gain an understanding of specific project needs and the project implementation environment, where this relates to current and future projects identified by line management Manage and monitor all on-going projects in terms of delivery and providing an PMO service delivery Plan, Monitor and manage project capacity requirements Close off completed projects to the appropriate business or functional area and ensure proper project closure governance Compile project implementation and PMO budgets, project scopes/plans and deliverables and submit for approval Ensure that project risks and issues are Identified, escalated where necessary and mitigated by using strong governance frameworks and administrative practices Chair project governance forums where designated and attend project meetings and discussion forums Ensure that project reports and regular updates for strategic forums are delivered in time and in a simplified yet professional format. Vendor and Service Provider Management Plan, Lead and coordinate the procurement process around the appointment of vendors and service providers to assist the PMO with the execution of projects insofar as Project Management is concerned. Establish relationships with suitable vendors and service providers for current and future projects Identify, coordinate and establish mechanisms to drive enhanced value from project vendors and service providers Project Budget Management Define Project budget Execute the budget Control and monitor the budget Update and report on the budget TECHNICAL COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS In-depth knowledge of Project Management as a discipline Knowledge of pension fund governance frameworks Strong background in business skills, management, budgeting, and analysis. REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION/TRAINING Bachelor’s Degree Acknowledged Project Management Qualification Project Management certification (Prince -2; PBBOK or equivalent) - (Advantageous) Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus (Advantageous) REQUIRED MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE At least 6 – 8 years’ experience Sound knowledge of project management experience with strong capabilities in the IT systems implementation environment Experience in a Portfolio or PMO office within a strategy and transformation office Experience in managing complex stakeholder interests, manging change and driving culture transformation Financial services background will be advantageous. CLOSING DATE: 09 FEBRUARY 2026