Project Manager

Project Manager

Location: South Africa (Remote)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: Minimum 5 years
Salary: Commensurate with experience and market benchmarks
Reports To: Founders / Executive Leadership

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Project Manager to lead and manage IT projects as well as other cross-functional business initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of project management experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and hands-on experience using project management applications. This position will report directly to the CEO and will play a critical role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and manage IT projects and other business initiatives from initiation through completion.
• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress and ensure projects are completed within established deadlines.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to facilitate smooth project execution.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies to address potential challenges.
• Provide regular project status updates and reports to the CEO.
• Manage project schedules, priorities, and resource allocation effectively.
• Organize and facilitate project meetings, track action items, and ensure timely follow-up.
• Utilize project management applications to track project milestones, tasks, and overall progress.
• Ensure projects are executed in alignment with organizational goals and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience managing IT projects and other business projects.
• Hands-on experience using project management applications (e.g., Jira, Asana, Trello, Microsoft Project, Monday.com, or similar tools).
• Strong project planning, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and provide regular updates to leadership.

If you are a results-driven professional with strong project management experience and a passion for delivering successful projects, we encourage you to apply.

Application Question(s):

• How soon can you join us?
• What is your current salary?
• What is your expected salary?
• Are you comfortable working US shifts?

Experience:

• Project management: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: Remote