Johannesburg, South Africa
4 days ago
Senior Delivery Manager [AD or Principal role]

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Data, Analytics & AI

Management Level

Director

Job Description & Summary

To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

As a Director, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution.   This role will play a pivotal role in leading and managing large-scale technology and business transformation programmes within various sectors.  

We require a seasoned professional with extensive experience in delivery management, stakeholder engagement, and risk management. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving delivery excellence for large tech-enabled transformations, ensuring high-quality outcomes, and contributing to the strategic development and growth of the business unit. 

 

Experience required: 

● 5-10 years of management or strategic technology consulting experience 

 

Qualifications / Certifications required: 

● Bachelor’s degree that has given you an opportunity to grow your problem-solving skills (Computer Science, Informatics, BSc IT, BSc Eng., BEng or relevant technology discipline). 

● Relevant certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certifications (e.g., Scrum Master, SAFe) are highly desirable. 

 

Responsibilities of role: 

Programme Leadership: Lead complex business and technology transformation programmes, ensuring successful delivery within scope, time, and budget constraints. 

Stakeholder Management: Engage with C-Level and executive stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor and ensuring alignment with business objectives. 

Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with programme delivery, ensuring proactive management and resolution of issues. 

Delivery Management: Oversee the delivery of multiple projects, ensuring adherence to best practices and methodologies, and maintaining high standards of quality. 

Agile Delivery: Implement and promote Agile methodologies, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability. 

Pre-Sales Solutioning: Support pre-sales activities by providing expert insights and shaping solutions that meet client needs. 

Digital Transformation: Experience in driving digital transformation initiatives, leveraging technology to enhance business processes and outcomes. 

Team Leadership: Build and manage high-performing teams, providing mentorship and guidance to junior resources. 

Commercial management: Manage the overall programme and project budgets, enabling on budget delivery. 

 

Additional Information 

Revenue and Financial Targets: Responsible for achieving  revenue targets, with a focus on delivery and utilization. 

Quality Impact: Drive delivery excellence and support the growth of the Delivery Management capability within the business unit. 

Transformation and Inclusion: Contribute to the business strategy on Inclusion, Diversity, and Transformation, serving as a role model within the team. 

Digital Impact: Leverage extensive experience in technology transformation to support digital initiatives both for clients and internally. 

This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead significant transformation programmes and make a substantial impact on the business.  

 

Attributes 

At PwC, we pride ourselves in our culture and enabling a values-based culture. The following attributes are thus important in maintaining and further enhancing our work environment: 

Teamwork, collaboration and an ability to work in an integrated way with other disciplines 

Problem solving, analytical thinking and the drive to overcome challenges  

Leadership and building team morale and employee engagement  

The ability to communicate clearly, facilitate workshops and presentation skills 

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

Yes

Job Posting End Date

October 3, 2024

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