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SU - Project Manager

Somewhere

Fully Remote
Remote - South Africa
South Africa
SA / EMEA hours

Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants

This fully remote full time position at Somewhere explicitly welcomes applicants based in South Africa. The estimated monthly salary is R27,750 – R46,250 ZAR. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.

Job Description

Role Description:We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Project Manager to oversee projects from initiation to completion. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, excellent communication, and a proven ability to manage timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.

Key Responsibilities:
* Plan, execute, and oversee projects to ensure timely completion within scope and budget.
* Define project objectives, scope, deliverables, and success criteria.
* Coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment.
* Monitor project progress, identify risks, and develop mitigation strategies.
* Manage project documentation, reports, and updates for stakeholders.
* Ensure quality standards are met throughout the project lifecycle.
* Foster strong relationships with clients, vendors, and team members.
Requirements:
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management, or a related field.
* Proven experience as a Project Manager in [industry/sector].
* Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.).
* Proficiency in project management tools such as Trello, Asana, or MS Project.
* Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and organizational skills.
* Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications:
* PMP or PRINCE2 certification is a plus.
* Experience working with remote or international teams.
​​​​Compensation

$1,500 - $2,500 USD/month, paid in USD depending on experience.

Details
* Independent contractor agreement paid 2x monthly.
* Client has a desire for long term commitment.

Tips for South African Applicants

Timezone Advantage

South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.

Salary in Context

At R27,750/month, this role is on par with the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($1,500/mo) benefits from the favourable exchange rate.

Application Tips

Tailor your CV to international standards — use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.

Load Shedding Preparedness

If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.

About Somewhere

Somewhere is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 1632 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →