Project Manager: Payment Ecosystem Modernisation at SARB, Pretoria
South African Reserve Bank · Pretoria, Gauteng
Overview
The South African Reserve Bank is looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead projects within its Payment Ecosystem Modernisation Programme in Pretoria. This is a full time opportunity for someone with a strong project management background in the payments environment who wants to help shape the future of South Africa's payment systems. You will work with diverse stakeholders and manage multidisciplinary teams to deliver real impact.
About the role
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) is seeking a Project Manager to join its Payment Ecosystem Modernisation Programme (PEM) in Pretoria. In this role, you will be responsible for managing projects from start to finish, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
You will lead and coordinate project resources, define project scope, and develop comprehensive project plans covering all key areas such as scope, quality, risk, time, cost, and communication. You will also manage stakeholder relationships and lead multidisciplinary project teams to deliver successful outcomes.
Application note: Applications must be submitted through the SARB's official career portal. Visit the bank's website to apply.
Requirements
- A relevant Bachelor's degree in Commerce and/or Information and Communication Technology, or an equivalent qualification at NQF level 7
- A minimum of five to eight years' experience in project management within the payment environment
- Sound knowledge of project management legislation, project cost management, and contract and service management
- Facilitation skills
- Planning and organising skills
- Effective communication skills
- A drive for results
- Service and stakeholder focus
- Ability to manage complexity and ambiguity
- Added advantage: A postgraduate qualification in Project Management
- Added advantage: Experience managing projects using both Waterfall and Agile methodologies
Responsibilities
- Direct and coordinate project resources to ensure projects progress according to the approved schedule, produce expected deliverables, remain within budget, and meet specification and quality standards
- Define project scope and brief and develop a work breakdown structure in collaboration with key stakeholders
- Produce comprehensive project management plans covering scope, quality, risk, time, cost, human resources, procurement, integration, and communication, and ensure these are regularly updated and maintained
- Ensure all project documentation, deliverables, and reports are produced, approved, and maintained on time
- Identify and manage project risks, constraints, and changes, ensuring the project plan is managed and approved
- Establish and manage relationships with stakeholders, role players, and service providers to secure commitment to a common goal
- Establish and effectively manage a multidisciplinary project team throughout the project life cycle with clearly defined roles and responsibilities
Benefits
Remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market
Job details
- Organisation
- South African Reserve Bank
- Location
- Pretoria, Gauteng
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Senior (5+ years)
- Education
- Bachelor
- Category
- Banking & Insurance
- Posted
- 21 October 2026 (2 weeks ago)
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
This is a senior project management role at the South African Reserve Bank, so your application should highlight your experience managing projects in the payments space. Be ready to discuss specific projects you have led, how you managed budgets and risks, and how you worked with diverse stakeholders. The SARB values strong planning and communication skills, so use your CV and cover letter to show how you have delivered results in complex environments. Also mention any experience with both Waterfall and Agile methodologies, as this is an added advantage. Prepare for a structured interview process where you may be asked to demonstrate your problem solving and stakeholder management abilities. Good luck!
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