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Project Manager at South African Airways (SAA)

South African Airways (SAA)
March 12, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Job Purpose


The Project Manager will oversee the project management function and manage project execution of IT projects. The role entails taking responsibility for the project execution and delivery of a portfolio of large-scale IT Projects. The incumbent will ensure delivery of projects in support of the IT and Business strategies and design a project level execution roadmap and reporting dashboard. The role entails management of service provider staff that perform project management functions as well as stakeholders involved with project execution.


Principal Accountabilities


Establish project governance, methodologies and practices
Contribute towards strategy definition, strategy design and project delivery alignment
Oversees IT Demand management by effectively aligning business needs with available resources to maximise value
Plan, organise and manage project deliverables within specified timelines
Manage projects and operational resources (Agile, Waterfall, Scrum, DevOps, Hybrid)
Manage changes to project scope, schedule and budget
Identify potential risks and develop risk management strategies
Compile and manage internal and external project communication (project resources, SAA and 3rd parties)
Integrate processes, people and technology to ensure alignment with project goals
Facilitate communication and collaboration with project team members and stakeholders
Communicate project status, updates, and issues to stakeholders
Compile and present reports on project progress, milestones, risks and budgetary status to key stakeholders
Manage project documentation and version control
Utilises project computing and process management tools and software for successful execution of project management tasks
Manage multiple defined projects simultaneously ensuring on time delivery within budget using set methodology
Transform the project management function, by implementing innovative approaches, optimizing processes and leveraging technology
Document project outcomes, successes, and areas for improvement


Qualifications & Experience


Bachelor's degree at NQF level 7 in Computer Science or Information Technology or a related field
At least 3 - 5 years proven IT project management experience in a large organisation with multiple projects
PMBOK and or Prince certification


Knowledge and Skills


Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
People Management
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
An understanding and appreciation of the technology and applications development lifecycle
Project life-cycle
Project Management
Business acumen
Strong understanding of IT principles
Stakeholder Management
Influencing skills


Attributes


Stakeholder relationships
Ethics and integrity
Collaboration
Teamworker
Emotional intelligence
Customer centric
Facilitates change and innovation
Flexibility and adaptability


Deadline:16th March,2026