Channel Success Manager

Reporting Line: Managing Director – ABN Group

Position Summary:

Oversee the end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of multiple projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including creative, production, marketing, and technology, to ensure smooth project execution and alignment with organizational goals.

Manage resources, effectively communicate with stakeholders, and maintain a high level of organization to meet project milestones and stakeholder expectations.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop comprehensive project plans that define scope, objectives, timelines, and resource allocation, ensuring all aspects of the project are well-structured and manageable.
2. Possess a deep understanding of media production workflows, including content creation, editing, and distribution, to ensure effective project execution that aligns with brand guidelines.
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project roles, responsibilities, and deliverables, fostering a cohesive and efficient work environment.
4. Partner with creative, production, events, and technical teams to ensure projects are completed on time, maintaining alignment and coordination across departments.
5. Oversee project budgets, ensuring that all financial components are tracked, managed, and adhered to, preventing overspending and ensuring fiscal responsibility.
6. Proactively identify potential project risks and devise strategies to mitigate challenges, ensuring the seamless progression of projects.
7. Conduct post-project evaluations to assess performance, recognize successes, identify areas for improvement, and apply insights to future projects.
8. Leverage strong organizational skills and effective communication to manage resources efficiently and align stakeholder expectations with project goals.
9. Serve as the primary liaison for stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status and promptly addressing concerns or inquiries.
10. Ensure all project deliverables meet company quality standards and adhere to brand guidelines, maintaining a consistent and professional brand image.
11. Produce factual and comprehensive reports that reflect project progress, outcomes, and insights for stakeholders and team members.

Skills:

1. Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
2. Strong project management skills, including expertise in planning, budgeting, and risk management.
3. In-depth knowledge of media production processes and workflows.
4. Ability to thrive under pressure, prioritize tasks effectively, and meet tight deadlines.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Media, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field.
2. Proven experience as a Project Manager within the media industry or a related field.
3. Exceptional organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
4. Ability to work effectively under pressure while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
5. Proficient in delivering factual and comprehensive reports.
6. Experience in Media, Communications, Event Management is a pre-requisite.

Location:

Sandton, South Africa (full-time, in office)

Seniority level:

Mid-Senior level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:

Project Management and Information Technology

Industries:

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution