Portfolio Manager

We are seeking an experienced Portfolio Manager for a 6 to 12-month interim engagement supporting a high-impact initiative within the IT/Mining domain. The ideal candidate will bring a strong track record of managing complex portfolios of technology and operational projects in heavily matrixed environments, with deep domain expertise in the mining or heavy industrial technology sector.

Portfolio Governance & Alignment:
Oversee and align the strategic execution of IT and digital transformation project portfolios with client business goals across global operations.

Stakeholder Engagement:
Act as the primary liaison between executive leadership, operational mining units, and IT delivery teams to ensure clear communication and milestone alignment.

Resource & Capacity Management:
Manage portfolio budget allocation, resource deployment, and risk mitigation strategies across multiple concurrent work streams.

Performance Tracking:
Implement robust metrics, KPIs, and dashboard reporting to track program progress, budget adherence, and ROI.

• Vendor & Sponsor Management:

Partner with third-party vendors and internal business leaders to ensure quality deliverables within defined timelines.

Domain Expertise:
Proven experience managing IT/Technology project portfolios within the Mining, Resources, or Heavy Industrial sectors.

Track Record: 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in Program or Portfolio Management overseeing enterprise-level IT initiatives.

Contract/Interim

Experience:

Proven capability to step into interim roles and rapidly drive portfolio structure, momentum, and governance.

Technical & Strategic Scope:

Experience with enterprise solutions (ERP, OT/IT integration, digital mining solutions, or infrastructure modernization).

Location:

Remote, based in India or South Africa (preferred).

• PfMP

(Portfolio Management Professional) or PMP®

• MSP®

(Managing Successful Programmes)

• Agile/Scrum

Framework certifications (e.g., SAFe)