Delivery Manager

Description Plan, manage and deliver medium to large projects Initiate projects by compiling a project charter and register and obtaining approval from the project sponsor and Portfolio ManagerPlan and deliver the committed portfolio of projects in accordance with scope, time and costing and in line with corporate governance and SBV project Management Methodology.Conduct project change control for any changes that will influence project scope, time, cost and quality in accordance with the approved change control process.Identify potential risks to the project and conduct risk mitigation. Addressing any impediments that may slow down project progress and escalate where requiredRefer to the procurement strategy, contracting strategy to determine the procurement of long lead items and include procurement deliverables into the project schedule. This includes, RFI, RFP and delivery timesDetermine, draw up and document a resource plan that must be on and off boarded from the project. Address roles and responsibilities on the project as well as general management of the resourcesMonitor and maintain the financial performance of projects by tracking costs against the budget and escalating financial anomaliesClose out projects once deliverables have been completed and obtain sign off from project stakeholders, including administrative and financial requirements from a close-out perspective. Improve administration efficiencies and provide administrative support for the delivery of projects Create, implement and manage administrative tools such as dashboards and project libraries to maintain accurate and timeous project documentation practicesConducting administrative duties such as facilitating project meetings, processing invoices and reporting on project progressConduct administrative close out to verify that all required documentation is stored for accurate record keepingImprove administration efficiencies by reviewing practices and making suggestions for improvement in line with best practice Establish and maintain collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders Accountable for stakeholder management through effective project governanceCollaborate with Change Management throughout project lifecycles to facilitate various business changes and incorporate change management deliverables into the project scheduleManage the integration and collaboration of different stakeholders on projects by designing the communication matrix whereby agreements are made on the frequency and methods of project team communicationLead project progress as well as steering committee meetings to track project progress and provide any escalations as per the principles stipulated by the project needsActively communicate and provide feedback to stakeholders on project progress Provide guidance to direct and indirect reports on deliverables and project governance Provide guidance to direct and indirect reports to maintain that project deliverables are aligned to the strategyProvide guidance to project teams on governance relating to the 6 project constraints (Scope, time, cost, quality, risks, resources)Provide performance updates to the Delivery Lead as and when requiredSubscribe and align to SBV Services' ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Standards, ensuring the department’s processes and quality management system is at all times in compliance with the standard.Support SBVs ESG journey, reporting on and managing the ESG requirements to ensure a positive reflection and outcome. People Management Creates a conducive environment which translates into productivity and high morale within SBVInspire one’s team to deliver on key performance areasAdhere to legislative requirements and Group policies and proceduresLeading the focus on talent to instil value creation for high value contributorsManage one’s headcount in alignment with the principles and policies of SBV on a monthly basis. Inclusive of notifying HR of team cancellations, new business and new initiatives with the relevant documentation /approvalsPreside over disciplinary hearings on behalf of SBV in alignment with statutory requirements and the policies & procedures of SBV. Lead as an Ambassador and executor of Change. Act as a change management architect in periods of change to ensure business continuity.Manage the integration of business units into a seamless end to end solution for customers.Effectively communicate and embed new processes and procedures as they occur, addressing or escalating matters/ concerns to the SME’s (subject matter experts) when required.Facilitate the necessary presentations, workshops, or forums to ensure consistent and accurate communication is given across one’s portfolio. Requirements Minimum Requirements: Work Experience and Education 5 years managing the delivery and execution of medium to large initiatives end to endExperience working in the Banking/Financial sector advantageousRelevant 3-year degree or diplomaRelevant Project management Certification advantageousCAPM Prince 2, or equivalent certification would be advantageous Work Level Management Job Type Permanent Salary Market Related EE Position No Location JHB North