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E-Merge IT Recruitment is looking for an experienced Agile Project Manager to lead delivery in a fast-paced telecommunications environment in Johannesburg. This hybrid role, based in Fairleads, is a 6-month contract paying R500 per hour, depending on experience and suitability, and it suits a delivery-focused project leader who can bring business and technical teams together around shared goals.
About the company and the work
E-Merge IT Recruitment is a technology recruitment specialist that places IT professionals with employers across South Africa. In this role, you would take ownership of Agile project delivery from kick-off to completion, working across business and technical teams in telecommunications services. The focus is on turning project plans into measurable results: keeping teams aligned, risks visible and milestones on track while priorities shift.
Role details and duties
- Lead Agile projects from initiation through planning, execution and delivery.
- Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews and retrospectives.
- Bring Product Owners, business stakeholders and technical teams together around shared priorities.
- Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, risks and dependencies.
- Identify roadblocks early and put practical mitigation plans in place.
- Track progress, communicate delivery status and keep stakeholders informed.
- Drive team collaboration, productivity and continuous improvement.
- Balance changing business requirements with realistic delivery commitments.
Requirements
- A relevant tertiary qualification.
- A recognised Project Management certification.
- At least 6 years of Project Management experience within Telecommunications Services.
- Advanced computer skills.
- Strong Agile project planning, coordination and delivery management capabilities.
- Proven experience managing project scope, timelines, budgets, risks and dependencies.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and keep teams accountable without slowing them down.
Where to find and apply safely
This opportunity is advertised by E-Merge IT Recruitment on PNet. Use the Apply button on this page to reach the original advert, and apply only through that official listing. A genuine recruiter will never ask you to pay a fee to be considered for a role. Note that the advert header lists the role as permanent and full time, while its details section describes a 6-month contract at R500 per hour, so confirm the contract terms on the original advert before applying.
Practical tips
- Showcase telecommunications projects you have delivered end to end, with measurable outcomes.
- Give examples of how you handled shifting priorities, roadblocks and competing stakeholder demands.
- Mention your Project Management certification and Agile ceremonies you run regularly.
- Highlight experience managing scope, timelines, budgets, risks and dependencies together.
- Keep your CV focused on delivery results rather than activity alone.
How the process works
After you apply through the original PNet advert, E-Merge IT Recruitment reviews your profile against what the telecommunications client needs. Suitable candidates are contacted for the next steps, which may include interviews with the recruiter and the client team.
Important information
This post shares a job opportunity for information only. It is not a job offer, and the final decision on hiring rests with the employer. Always confirm the role details, including the contract length and rate, on the original advert before applying.
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