Job Rate: R80 000
Job Type: Fixed- Term Contract
Job Location: Midrand (Onsite)
Our client is seeking a certified Product Owner with proven experience in the Telco industry, as well as digital platforms such as websites and mobile applications. This is a critical role focused on driving product strategy, ensuring business value, and leading agile development efforts on key technology products.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the primary liaison between stakeholders and the development team, ensuring clear understanding of business goals and user needs.
- Translate product vision into clear, actionable user stories and backlog items.
- Prioritise and maintain the product backlog, balancing business value and technical feasibility.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (UX/UI, development, QA, marketing) to deliver high-impact features and solutions.
- Oversee the end-to-end delivery of website and application products, ensuring alignment with the project service offerings.
- Conduct regular sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives with agile teams.
- Monitor product performance and iterate based on feedback, data, and business goals.
- Ensure compliance with technical, legal, and commercial requirements throughout the product lifecycle.
Minimum Requirements
- Certification:
- Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO®) or equivalent Agile Product Owner certification (SAFe POPM, PMI-ACP, etc.)
- Experience:
- Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a Product Owner or Product Management role.
- Strong background in § telecommunications products.
- Hands-on experience managing web and mobile application products.
- Technical Skills & Tools:
- Agile/Scrum methodology
- Jira, Confluence, or similar tools
- Basic understanding of UX/UI and API integrations
- Knowledge of digital architecture in telecoms is a strong advantage
- Soft Skills:
- Strong communication and stakeholder management
- Decision-making and prioritisation skills
- Analytical and problem-solving mindset
- Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable with change
Nice to Have
- Experience working with BSS/OSS platforms
- Exposure to customer journey mapping or CX optimisation
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements in the telecoms industry
