Sanlam Cloud Delivery Manager

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Sanlam Group Technology is responsible for the provision of a digitally enabled technology service as a group COE, drive business and transformation and provide group-wide digital and data architecture.
We operate the various technology platforms and shared services, ensure Cyber and Information Security resilience, and act as technology governance and risk orchestrator for technology across Sanlam.Responsible for planning, directing and coordinating the activities of enterprise-wide technology projects to ensure that project goals are accomplished.
Consults with management and reviews project proposals to determine goals, time frame, funding limitations, and procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements and allotment of resources.
Develops project plans specifying goals, strategy, staffing, scheduling, identification of risks, contingency plans and allocation of available resources.
Ensures delivery of diverse technology systems and applications, to client expectations and industry standards, through project managers and their teams.
Identifies risks and provides solutions to ensure that projects are completed within specified time-frames.What will make you successful in this role?Ensure that the project charter/project management plan is adequately defined and aligned to the business case (where applicable) and understood and where appropriate assists in the development of the Benefits Realisation Plan (ito execution of BRP).
Ensure alignment between the approved Business Case and project delivery.Manages and is accountable for the delivery of multiple projects, programs or single large/ complex projects/program with minimal supervision in accordance with the PM methodology, governance and standards.Effective Risk, Issue, Actions, Budget, Dependency and Stakeholder management.Smooth transition from project implementation to ongoing BAU Support and Maintenance.Accountable for procurement process, vendor contracting and delivery management in accordance with contractual agreements.Effective utilization of project management forums for reporting, escalation and decision making (Project-, Steercom meetings).Apply for funds to be released for project execution with Sponsor approval.Facilitate prioritization process of scope items across multiple business entities based on:Available capacityBudget availabilityExpected business benefit realisationStakeholder management through stakeholder identification, establishing and maintaining professional relationships with all stakeholders.
Develops and ensures the execution of the communication plans during initiation and throughout the project.Daily coordination between Sanlam Business, Cloud vendors and partners.Unblock delivery of Cloud migration and transformation tasks independently.Be the primary delivery manager interface between Sanlam and the Cloud provider on the Cloud migration project and future vendors.QualificationIT or Project ManagerMBA3 year Computer Science, Engineering or relevant Cloud Engineering and CertificationsExperience and Knowledge7 years experience in managing medium to large complexity programs reporting into CIO's.Applicable experience in managing infrastructure projects or infrastructure on Business projects in a multi-vendor environment.Proven performance record in managing technical complex and cloud related application development projects.Experience in Business Case Development and estimations.Leadership skill and ability to manage a team of specialists.Project Management Knowledge w.r.t.Principles of Project ManagementProject Management methodologiesProject Life CycleProject Management ToolsProject Planning and Control techniquesGood understanding of SDLC processesResource ManagementBusiness Case DevelopmentSound understanding of the RFP/RFI processContract and Vendor ManagementJiraAWS ways of work and DevOpsKnowledge and SkillsResults Driven - Ability to deliver results in a matrix-managed environment by gaining the confidence and trust of the various stakeholders.Leadership – the ability to motivate and lead a multi-skilled team.Analytical thinkingProactive planning and influencingRelationship building and Communication skillsConflict handlingFacilitation skillsPassion for problem-solving and issue resolutionBasic development skill to build and test Cloud solutions and not be dependent on othersBasic report building and BI skills to be able to collect data and build business reports that support the project and program delivery trackingBuild a successful career with usWe're all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees.
We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things.
We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth.
Through its five business clusters – Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.Turnaround timeThe shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached.
The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.Closing date: 4 February 2025.Our commitment to transformationThe Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity.
This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa.
The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.
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