Senior Project Manager at SITA

Project ManagementPMBOKPrince 2Agile PMOracle ERPMS ProjectsIT Project ManagementRisk ManagementBudget ManagementComplex Projects

Based in Cape Town Observatory at SITA. Applications close 23 September 2026. Sector: Information and Communication Technology.

Responsibilities

Effectively apply project management principles to initiate and plan projects
Manage product delivery to ensure successful delivery of the project
Monitor and control project activities to ensure successful delivery of project objectives within budget, scope, time and quality according to plan
Consolidate, monitor and control project costs and revenue to ensure delivery within budget and profitability guidelines
Monitor and control project risks and issues
Close projects according to company policy

Requirements

Minimum 3-year National Diploma or Degree in project management or relevant discipline (at least NQF level 6)
Minimum 7-8 years working experience, including: 4 years project management experience managing complex projects, 4 years in public/private sector IT environment, and 2 years of managerial experience
Knowledge of public sector/government organization, information technology management, ICT services, system engineering methods and governance, project management office (PMO) management, and project management methodologies (PMBOK, Agile PM, Prince 2)
Computer literacy in SITA Business Planning system (BPS), Oracle ERP, Project Schedule Management (PSM), Oracle Time & Labour (OTL), MS Office, and MS Projects

Nice to have

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Prince 2 Practitioner/Foundation Certification
Agile PM Practitioner/Foundation certification

How to apply

Apply via the e-Government Portal at www.eservices.gov.za. Register using your ID and personal information, receive a one-time pin to complete registration, then log in and navigate to Employment & Labour > Recruitment Citizen to apply. For queries or support, contact egovsupport@sita.co.za or call 080 1414 882. CVs sent to email addresses will not be considered.

Application deadline

23 September 2026

SITA

Cape Town Observatory

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Frequently asked questions

When do applications close for this Senior Project Manager role?

Applications close on Wednesday, 23 September 2026. Submit yours through SITA's official application channel before that date. Late applications are typically not considered.

Where is this Senior Project Manager role based?

The position is based in Cape Town Observatory. Check the job description above for any hybrid arrangement, and confirm specifics with SITA directly if remote work is important to you.

What does SITA do?

SITA is an Employment Equity employer operating in the ICT sector, managing government information systems and software development.

What skills or experience does this role require?

Based on this listing, SITA is looking for candidates with experience in Project Management, PMBOK, Prince 2, Agile PM, Oracle ERP, MS Projects. Read the full job description above for complete requirements, including any qualification or years-of-experience thresholds.

How do I apply for this Senior Project Manager position?

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