Senior Program Manager

An exciting opportunity exists for a highly experienced Senior Programme Manager to lead the delivery of large-scale strategic projects and programmes within a leading banking environment. This role is responsible for driving end-to-end programme execution, portfolio capacity planning, resource optimisation, financial management, and organisational transformation initiatives that support business strategy and growth.

If you are a seasoned leader with a proven track record of delivering complex enterprise programmes while leading high-performing teams, this role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Portfolio Managemen t

• Drive the successful delivery of large-scale projects and programmes aligned to organisational strategy.
• Lead portfolio capacity planning and resource allocation across multiple projects.
• Ensure alignment between strategic priorities, business objectives, and project delivery.
• Participate in strategic planning and execution across the function.
• Establish best practices, governance frameworks, and delivery methodologies.

Financial & Operational Management

• Manage budgets and financial performance across programmes and portfolios.
• Monitor project financials and ensure optimal utilisation of resources.
• Support operational and growth strategies through effective planning and execution.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence.

Stakeholder & Business Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with executive stakeholders.
• Influence decision-making and drive strategic outcomes.
• Identify opportunities to leverage successful solutions across business functions.
• Ensure stakeholder expectations are effectively managed throughout programme lifecycles.

People Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop senior project and programme management teams.
• Drive performance management, succession planning, and talent development.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Participate in the recruitment and selection of senior talent.

Transformation & Culture

• Support transformation, diversity, and inclusion objectives.
• Drive corporate citizenship and organisational culture initiatives.
• Contribute to building a differentiated and high-performing organisational culture.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Matric / Grade 12
• Honours Degree or Professional Qualification

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA, SMP, or equivalent Postgraduate Qualification

Certifications

• PMP (Project Management Professional)
• PRINCE2 Certification
• PgMP (Programme Management Professional) preferred

Experience Required

• 12–15 years' experience managing large-scale projects and programmes.
• 3–5 years' experience in a senior management or leadership role.
• Proven experience managing enterprise-wide portfolios within complex organisations.
• Strong financial, strategic planning, and governance experience.
• Banking or financial services experience will be highly advantageous.

Key Skills & Knowledge

• Programme & Portfolio Management
• Capacity Planning & Resource Management
• Budgeting & Financial Management
• Strategic Planning
• Change-Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Organisational Development
• Employee Training & Development
• Regulatory & Governance Knowledge
• Business Writing & Executive Reporting
• Leadership & People Management

Behavioral Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Business Acumen
• Building Talent
• Cultivating Networks & Partnerships
• Driving Execution
• Strategic Thinking
• Operational Decision-Making
• Leadership & Influence
• Results Orientation
• Continuous Improvement Mindset