REF: ERP/IS/23/08/2024
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISMENT
ERP PROJECT MANAGER
NATIONAL OFFICE – BRAAMFONTEIN
(INFORMATION SYSTEMS DEPARTMENT)
Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity; a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organisation has a national footprint in all nine (9) provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 15 consecutive years. We offer an exciting Employee Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.
Applications are invited from persons interested to fill the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a five (5) year contract basis. The position is based at the Legal Aid SA National Office in Braamfontein (in the Information Systems Department).
Job Summary:
The ERP Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the successful implementation, upgrade or optimisation of the organisation’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. This role involves planning, coordinating and executing ERP projects, ensuring that they are completed on time, within scope and within budget. The ERP Project Manager will work closely with various departments, stakeholders and vendors to ensure that the ERP system meets the organisation’s business needs.
KEY OUTPUTS
Project Planning and Execution:

• Develop comprehensive project plans outlining scope, objectives, timelines, resources and budget.
• Lead project teams in the implementation and support of ERP solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Stakeholder Management:

• Act as the primary point of contact between the project team, vendors and stakeholders.
• Conduct regular meetings with stakeholders to provide updates, gather requirements and address concerns.
• Ensure effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.

Resource Management:

• Allocate resources efficiently to meet project deadlines and objectives.
• Manage the day-to-day activities of the project team, including assigning tasks and setting priorities.
• Collaborate with HR and department heads to ensure the availability of necessary resources.

Budget and Cost Management:

• Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring projects are completed within approved financial parameters.
• Track project expenses and report on financial performance.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement them where possible.

Risk and Issue Management:

• Identify, assess and manage risks and issues throughout the project.
• Develop contingency plans to address potential project challenges.
• Resolve project issues promptly and efficiently to minimise impact.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure that all project deliverables meet the required quality standards.
• Oversee the testing and validation of ERP system functionalities.
• Manage the change control process to ensure smooth transitions and minimal disruption to business operations.

Post-Implementation Support:

• Develop and execute a post-implementation support plan.
• Conduct post-project reviews to identify lessons learned and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure proper training and documentation is provided to end-users.

COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED

• National Senior/Matric certificate, plus a postgraduate degree in Project Management or equivalent.
• A qualification in IT will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of ten (10) years of working experience, five (5) years of which are in project management.
• As ERP systems are highly integrated, data quality is expected to be a critical success factor for implementation. Demonstrable prior system implementation experience which involves the data migration process is a requirement.
• The main objective of employing the ERP system is to ensure that the technical aspects of the subdivisions of the organisation are centralised. To achieve this objective, the candidate should have proven experience of building the ERP system that integrates with multiple systems.
• The candidate should possess knowledge in Finance, SCM, Asset Management and HR systems and processes for a successful implementation of the ERP system.
• The candidate must demonstrate the ability to lead a change management process at an enterprise level.
• The candidate must have exposure to leading practices on project management tools and techniques.
• The candidate must possess proven experience for engaging internal and external stakeholder at different levels.

SALARY: Level 13 (R1,216,824.00) all-inclusive package per annum
A detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies as advertised must be submitted by close of business on 10 September 2024, quoting the reference number ERP/IS/23/08/2024 in the subject line to recruit [at] legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za
Enquiries to Sinakho Mrwetyana, Tel: 011 877 2000
The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of Legal Aid SA. It is Legal Aid SA’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw posts or not to make an appointment, if by doing so, the interests of Legal Aid SA will be best served.
APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN TWO (2) MONTHS MAY CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.