Oracle HCM Project Manager - Contract
iqbusiness South Africa
Johannesburg, Gauteng
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Posted 07 August 2025 - Closing Date 31 August 2025

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Job Description

iqbusiness is seeking an experienced Oracle HCM Project Management professional.

We’re looking for individuals who can lead and deliver complex HCM implementations and enhancements within large-scale, operationally intensive environments. These projects require strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to navigate enterprise-level transformation initiatives involving HR systems and processes.

Experience and Skills

  • Minimum of 5 years’ solid Project Management experience, with at least 3 years focused on Oracle HCM implementations or upgrades
  • Proven experience in managing projects across industries Mining, Logistics, Banking, etc
  • Strong understanding of Oracle HCM modules (Core HR, Payroll, Talent Management, Time & Labor, etc.)
  • Experience with:
    • End-to-end Oracle HCM implementations
    • Cloud migration or hybrid HCM environments
    • HR process transformation and change management
  • Advanced stakeholder and vendor management skills
  • Budget management and resource planning experience
  • Exposure to Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery methodologies
  • Familiarity with business and process analysis in HRIS environments
  • Hybrid working model 
  • Must be open to contracting

Key Responsibilities

Project Initiation:

  • Engage with HR, IT, and business stakeholders to define project scope and objectives
  • Develop project plans, resource models, and delivery timelines
  • Identify dependencies, risks, and mitigation strategies
  • Align Oracle HCM capabilities with business and HR transformation goals

Project Management & Execution:

  • Lead cross-functional teams including HR, IT, and external vendors
  • Manage configuration, testing, and deployment of Oracle HCM modules
  • Coordinate data migration, integrations, and reporting requirements
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations
  • Monitor project performance, budgets, and timelines
  • Provide regular updates to stakeholders and executive sponsors

Project Close-out:

  • Ensure successful handover to operations/support teams
  • Finalize documentation and training materials
  • Conduct post-implementation reviews and lessons learned
  • Close procurement and contract arrangements

Qualifications

  • Matric
  • Formal qualification in Project / Program Management
  • Degree or Diploma in HR, Business Management, Computer Science, or related field
  • Oracle HCM certifications or training highly advantageous
  • Certified PMP, PRINCE2, Scrum Master, or SAFe credentials preferred


Please note: As all IQbusiness roles require honesty in the handling of or access to cash, finances, financial systems, or confidential information; our recruitment process requires that the following background checks be completed: credit, criminal, ID, and qualification verification

IQbusiness is committed to sustainable growth and transformation, we embrace diversity and employ previously disadvantaged individuals