• Full Time
  • Cape Town, South Africa

City of Cape Town

Programme Manager Opportunity – City of Cape Town

Important: The City of Cape Town does not charge fees for recruitment processes. Report any payment requests immediately through official channels.

Company Overview

As Africa’s third-largest economic hub and South Africa’s legislative capital, the City of Cape Town serves as a key employment driver in the Western Cape. We commit to efficient service delivery and transparent communication for all residents.

Position Overview

  • Employment Type: Full-time Position
  • Experience Level: Senior (8+ years)
  • Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
  • Department: Information Systems & Technology
  • Reports To: Senior Management

Core Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Project Management or related field (IS, Finance, HR, Supply Chain)
  • 8+ years programme management experience with team leadership
  • Advanced MS Office skills (Project expertise essential)
  • Proven track record delivering complex projects on time and within budget

Technical Competencies

  • SAP ERP system implementation experience
  • Microsoft ecosystem proficiency (Visio, SharePoint, SQL)
  • Agile methodology familiarity
  • Enterprise architecture understanding

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead cross-functional IT project teams from initiation to closure
  • Implement City’s IS policies across portfolio projects
  • Develop stakeholder engagement strategies
  • Optimize operational processes through digital solutions
  • Monitor project risks and implement mitigation strategies

Preferred Qualifications

  • Project management certification (PMP/Prince2/AgilePM)
  • S/4HANA or SuccessFactors experience
  • Public sector project management background

Application Deadline: 01 October 2025

Application Process

Qualified candidates should submit applications through the City of Cape Town’s official careers portal. Only applications via the authorized government platform will be considered.

Career Tip: Maintain an updated digital CV highlighting project scope and team sizes managed.

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