Programme Manager (12-Month Contract)

Drive Large-Scale Transformation at Enterprise Level

We are seeking a high-calibre Programme Manager to lead and deliver complex, multi-stream programmes within a leading financial services environment. This role is ideal for a strategic leader who thrives in managing portfolios, aligning delivery to business strategy, and driving transformation at scale.

You will play a critical role in ensuring the successful execution of programmes, delivering business value, and embedding strong governance, stakeholder engagement, and performance excellence across the portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Programme & Portfolio Delivery
• Lead end-to-end delivery of large-scale programmes aligned to business strategy
• Plan, prioritise, and manage programme portfolios to optimise value delivery
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and within scope
• Manage risks, issues, and dependencies across multiple workstreams
• Drive adherence to project governance, frameworks, and best practices
• Stakeholder & Client Engagement
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders
• Manage expectations across business and technology teams
• Ensure requirements are clearly defined, scoped, and signed off
• Provide proactive communication and reporting across the portfolio
• Financial & Resource Management
• Manage programme budgets and financial performance
• Oversee resource planning, capacity management, and utilisation
• Identify inefficiencies and optimise resource allocation
• Leadership & People Management
• Lead and mentor Programme/Project Managers and delivery teams
• Build a high-performance, collaborative culture
• Drive talent development, coaching, and succession planning
• Foster a culture aligned to organisational values and transformation goals
• Governance, Risk & Compliance
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, governance, and risk frameworks
• Oversee reporting to risk, audit, and executive committees
• Implement and monitor compliance risk management programmes
• Strategic Contribution
• Contribute to programme and business unit strategy planning
• Drive continuous improvement across processes, operating models, and delivery frameworks
• Support organisational transformation and culture-building initiatives

Minimum Requirements

Experience

• 10+ years' experience in project/programme environments (large-scale programmes)
• 2–3 years' experience managing managers / leading delivery teams
• Proven track record in enterprise programme delivery within banking or financial services

Qualifications

• Matric / Grade 12
• Degree or Advanced Diploma (NQF Level 7)
• PMP / PRINCE2 Certification
• Programme Management certification (PgMP)

Key Skills & Expertise

• Programme & Portfolio Management
• Stakeholder & Executive Engagement
• Financial & Budget Management
• Capacity & Workforce Planning
• Governance, Risk & Compliance
• Microsoft Project & Project Toolkits
• Data-driven reporting and decision-making
• Behavioural Competencies
• Strategic Leadership – Drives transformation and organisational change
• Results-Driven – Delivers measurable outcomes consistently
• People Leadership – Inspires, mentors, and develops high-performing teams
• Collaboration – Builds strong partnerships across business units
• Influence & Communication – Engages effectively at executive level

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Work on high-impact, enterprise-wide transformation programmes
• Collaborate with senior leadership and strategic stakeholders
• Be part of a forward-thinking, innovation-driven environment
• Competitive contract rates and hybrid working model

If you are a seasoned Programme Manager ready to deliver at scale and drive strategic impact, we'd love to hear from you.