Lead complex application and mobility projects that enhance frontline policing capability and deliver meaningful technology outcomes across SAPOL

- Deliver technology projects that support frontline policing outcomes
- Lead complex application and mobility initiatives across SAPOL
- Drive end-to-end project delivery in a large ICT transformation portfolio

The Information Systems and Technology (IS&T;) Service supports the frontline policing and corporate operations of SAPOL through the provision of ICT infrastructure and communication platforms, operational software applications, and support services. The Service is responsible for driving the ongoing evolution of ICT capability across SAPOL, through the delivery of high-quality ICT change programs. The Service is structured across four core pillars: Strategy, Innovation and Engagement; Program Delivery; Operational Services; and Security and Assurance. The Service extends from traditional ICT services to encompass a specialist radio and technology capability, including laser and radar calibration services.

Program Delivery is accountable for the successful delivery of business outcomes from a large portfolio of projects. It contains both project delivery accountability as well as portfolio governance responsibilities to manage quality, risk and budget to optimise outcomes from the portfolio as a whole. SAPOL is undertaking a large complex portfolio of work across a range of areas including core infrastructure, business systems and digital transformation initiatives. This full portfolio has been broken into three sub-portfolios to deliver on the business outcomes.

Role Overview

As Project Manager,



you will play a pivotal role in delivering technology solutions that support frontline policing operations, leading the end-to-end delivery of complex application and mobility-focused projects across SAPOL's fast-paced ICT portfolio. Working closely with project sponsors, business stakeholders, technical teams and external vendors, you will be responsible for delivering large-scale ICT initiatives that enhance operational capability, improve application performance and support critical policing services.

This role combines strong project leadership with stakeholder engagement, governance and delivery excellence. You will oversee all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including requirements gathering, solution design, development, testing, deployment and transition to operational support. Managing project plans, budgets, risks, resources and vendor outcomes, you will ensure solutions are delivered in line with business priorities, technical standards and organisational objectives.

Essential Requirements

- Demonstrated experience delivering large and complex ICT projects, ideally within government or similarly complex environments.
- Proven ability to lead end-to-end project delivery, including project planning, scheduling, budget management,



resource allocation, risk and issue management, scope control and stakeholder engagement.
- Solid experience managing application-focused projects, with an understanding of application development methodologies, software delivery practices and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
- Experience delivering technology solutions that support business transformation, operational improvement and service delivery outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple stakeholders, including business leaders, technical teams, vendors and external partners, while maintaining positive working relationships and managing competing priorities.
- Strong project governance and reporting capabilities, including the preparation and presentation of project updates, status reports and recommendations to executive and project governance forums.
- Working knowledge of project management methodologies such as PRINCE2, Waterfall or equivalent project delivery frameworks.
- Proven people leadership skills, with the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams, provide guidance and drive accountability for project outcomes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into meaningful business outcomes for diverse audiences.
- Understanding of quality assurance practices, change management, testing, deployment and operational transition activities within complex ICT environments.
- Commitment to continuous improvement, workplace health and safety principles, and fostering inclusive and diverse workplaces.

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🏢 Harrison Mcmillan
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