About this role

Job title: Project Manager II

Division OKS

Business Unit OneSymplexity

Minimum experience Mid-Senior

Company primary industry Information Services

Job functional area Information Technology

Job Description

Prepare and maintain project plans, schedules, action logs, status reports and delivery trackers.
Involvement in the delivery of projects through implementation teams
Coordinate daily project activity across clients, business users, consultants, analysts, developers, testers and support teams.
Monitor scope, timelines, dependencies, risks, issues and decisions, and escalate concerns timeously.
Facilitate project meetings, progress updates, planning sessions and delivery checkpoints.
Support requirements, configuration, testing, UAT, training, release readiness and implementation activities.
Manage project communication so stakeholders understand progress, priorities, risks and required actions.
Track deliverables, follow up on actions and ensure project documentation is accurate and current.
Assist with change requests, impact assessments, prioritisation and handover activities.
Promote practical, client-focused delivery aligned to organisation governance, security and quality standards.
Identify opportunities to improve project delivery practices, templates, reporting and stakeholder experience.

Your Expertise:

8+years of project management experience, preferably in software, HR technology, payroll systems, ERP, HCM or related environments.
Experience managing project plans, actions, risks, issues, dependencies, scope changes and stakeholder communication.
Experience supporting software implementation, enhancements, testing, UAT, releases and client handovers.
Working knowledge of HRIS processes, employee lifecycle data, leave, payroll inputs, reporting, integrations or statutory requirements is advantageous.
Experience using project management, collaboration, issue tracking or reporting tools.
Experience working with cross-functional delivery teams and external client stakeholders.
Experience in change management and stakeholder communication

Qualification Essential
Grade 12
Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent practical experience in project management, business, information systems, HR, payroll, commerce or technology.
Preferred Qualifications:
Postgraduate qualification
Project management certification or training such as Agile, Scrum, PRINCE2, PMP, PMBOK or equivalent.
Additional training in software delivery, HR/payroll systems, change management or business analysis is advantageous.

Other information applicable to the opportunity:

Permanent position
Location: Pretoria
Work environment: Open plan
Travel: Travel to office and clients when required. Applicants must have their own reliable vehicle and a valid South African Drivers license
Why work for us?
Want to work for an organization that solves complex real-world problems with innovative software solutions? At iOCO, we believe anything is possible with modern technology, software, and development expertise.?
You will be part of a consultancy, working with some of the most knowledgeable minds in the industry on interesting solutions across different business domains.?
Our culture of continuous learning will ensure that you will have all the opportunities, tools, and support to hone and grow your craft.?
By joining IOCO you will have an open invitation to developer inspiring forums. A place where you will be able to connect and learn from and with your peers by sharing ideas, experiences, practices, and solutions.?
iOCO is an equal opportunity employer with an obligation to achieve its own unique EE objectives in the context of Employment Equity targets. Therefore, our employment strategy gives primary preference to previously disadvantaged individuals or groups.

Project Manager II