Director of Strategic Initiatives

1 month ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Network Recruitment Full time
Job Description

As a Director of Strategic Initiatives, you will play a pivotal role in driving major initiatives within our organization. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure the successful delivery of strategic projects while providing guidance and support to project teams across the business.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead a portfolio of large, complex projects aligned with our organizational goals
Develop and implement standardized project management frameworks, methodologies, and best practices across the business
Oversee the full project lifecycle, from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, and closure, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery
Collaborate closely with senior leadership to align projects with organizational objectives and ensure continuous improvement of project delivery processes
Provide leadership and mentorship to project managers and business analysts, fostering a culture of high performance and accountability
Manage resource allocation, risks, and budgets to ensure projects meet scope, quality, and schedule expectations
Establish and maintain project governance, reporting, and performance metrics to ensure transparency and accountability

Required Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Business Science, Commerce, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
Postgraduate qualification (e.g., Master's Degree, or similar)
Project Management qualification (e.g., PMP, Prince2, or equivalent)
MBA (ideal, but not required)
Minimum 5 years of experience in business analysis, project management, management consulting, or a related field

Compensation:
The salary for this position is estimated to be around R1,200,000 - R1,800,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.

About Us:
We are Network Recruitment, a leading recruitment agency specializing in IT and engineering placements. Our team of experts works closely with clients to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions.

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