Programme Manager

Programme Manager

Join us in enabling productive societies across Africa.

About Mezzanine

Mezzanine builds and delivers enterprise-grade digital solutions for public- and private enterprise customers across Africa. Founded in 2012, Mezzanine established itself as a thought-leader in a number of verticals - agricultural, financial inclusion, health and utilities (water & energy). Mezzanine is a home-grown African company delivering value to the people of Africa, and a subsidiary of the Vodacom Group. As we expand to more segments and markets we need adaptable team players with a ‘can do’ attitude who can help drive growth and deliver customer success.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Programme Manager to oversee and coordinate all contractual obligations and internal projects, ensuring alignment with Mezzanine’s objectives and client requirements. This role is critical in managing program delivery, budget control, and stakeholder communication across Mezzanine’s multi-functional teams, supporting our commitment to excellence and results-driven culture. This position reports to the Chief Delivery Officer.

Responsibilities

• Contract and Programme Management: Responsible for overseeing all customer and partner contractual obligations, including sub-contracted work packages, to ensure timely delivery, billing reports and compliance with agreed terms. This includes managing the scope, timelines, resources, and budgets for assigned programmes and contracts. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless program execution, tracking progress through comprehensive documentation and reporting.
• Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders involved in the programme. Maintain open and effective communication channels to keep all relevant parties informed of programme progress, issues, and resolutions.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks to ensure programme and contract success. Develop and implement risk management strategies to address and minimise disruptions throughout the program lifecycle.

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Commerce, Business Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in:
  • Project Management within implementation-focused environments.
  • Stakeholder Relationship Building across diverse contexts.
  • Quantitative Analysis for informed decision-making.
• Proven track record of managing complex programmes and collaborating across multinational corporate settings.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with attention to detail and an ability to manage budgets and timelines effectively.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Advantageous

• EE candidate
• Proficiency in an additional official South African language.

Starting date: January 2025

Location: Midrand, South Africa