Job Details

Are you a strategic orchestrator who thrives on turning high-level vision into operational reality? We are looking for a Portfolio Project Manager to lead the strategy, planning, and execution of a diverse portfolio of projects. Your mission is to ensure that every program under your watch is directed and controlled to realize our long-term business strategy.

Key Responsibilities

1. strongtrategic Portfolio Management

• Plan and prioritize the project portfolio to deliver optimized business value in alignment with three-year strategic plans.

• Direct and control all aspects of projects, ensuring they are delivered on target, on time, and within budget.

• Conduct rigorous capacity management to ensure resource availability across the portfolio.

2. Stakeholder Orchestration

• Ensure client needs are accurately captured in the scope and signed off by key stakeholders.

• Proactively manage and align stakeholder expectations across the entire portfolio.

• Manage project deviations with transparency and agility, ensuring stakeholders are engaged timeously.

3. Operational Excellence & Governance

• Ensure all projects are delivered in strict accordance with project governance frameworks.

• Identify resource inefficiencies and promote optimization through multi-skilling and addressing capacity gaps.

• Deliver world-class service by fostering a client-centric culture within your teams.

4. Transformational Leadership

• Contribute to our culture of transformation by participating in Nedbank’s culture-building initiatives, business strategy, and CSI projects.

• Lead by example, embracing the companies vision and values in every interaction.

• Actively address feedback from culture surveys to improve the working environment and team performance.

Who You Are

• A Strategic Thinker: You don't just manage tasks; you understand the "why" behind the project and how it drives the bank’s strategy.

• A Master of Governance: You have a deep respect for project methodologies and internal controls.

• A Skilled Negotiator: You can navigate complex stakeholder environments and find the middle ground that keeps projects moving forward.

• A Culture Champion: You are committed to personal growth, professional development, and making a positive impact through CSI and transformational targets.

Technical Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in managing large-scale portfolios or complex programs.

• Expertise in project management methodologies (e.g., PMBOK, PRINCE2, Agile).

• Strong financial acumen for managing project budgets and portfolio financial information.

• Experience in resource planning and capacity management tools.