Project Management Office (PMO) Manager

Mutanda Mining (MUMI S.A.R.L) is a mining company whose registered office is at No. 4746, Avenue Laurent Désiré Kabila, Mutoshi District, Manika Commune, City of Kolwezi. Its operating headquarters, the center of its main activities, is located about 42 km from the city of Kolwezi in the province of Lualaba in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

MUMI is recruiting a: “Project Management Office (PMO) Manager ”

1. Number of vacancies: 1
2. Position level: Senior Management
3. Contract type: Fixed-term contract
4. Position category: Manager
5. Application deadline: August 14, 2026

Main Objectives of the Position

Reporting directly to the Chief Development Officer, the Project Management Office (PMO) Manager is responsible for providing strategic leadership in establishing, developing, and implementing Project Controls and Project Management Office (PMO) functions across Mutanda Mining's capital project portfolio.

The incumbent will develop governance frameworks, project control systems, and standardized methodologies that ensure projects are executed safely, efficiently, within approved budgets, and on schedule. This role will provide executive-level reporting, portfolio oversight, and strategic guidance to project teams while driving continuous improvement in project performance and maximizing business value.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Process Engineering, Project Management, or another related engineering discipline.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent Project Management certification is preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office Suite, and Power BI.
• Knowledge of SAP or equivalent ERP systems is highly desirable.

Required Experience

• Minimum 10 years' experience in Project Controls and Project Management Office (PMO) roles within mining, EPCM, or large industrial environments.
• Demonstrated success developing and implementing Project Controls systems and governance frameworks.
• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary Project Controls teams.
• Strong experience in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, and Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Experience managing large-scale mining capital projects throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Previous experience in both open-pit and underground mining environments will be highly advantageous.

Required Skills

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Advanced knowledge of Project Controls methodologies and PMO governance.
• Excellent planning, scheduling, budgeting, and cost management skills.
• Strong financial modelling and project performance analysis capabilities.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong understanding of project risk management and change control.
• Excellent communication and executive reporting skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Excel, Power BI, and SAP.
• Ability to coach and mentor multidisciplinary project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Project Controls frameworks, governance processes, and PMO methodologies aligned with industry best practices.
• Establish and maintain centralized project information management systems.
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and performance reporting.
• Monitor project performance using Earned Value Management (EVM), KPI dashboards, and variance analysis.
• Develop project risk management strategies and change control processes.
• Lead the implementation of project cost management and forecasting systems.
• Build and lead a high-performing Project Management Office (PMO).
• Develop project management standards, templates, and governance documentation.
• Provide coaching and technical support to Project Managers and project teams.
• Coordinate portfolio resource planning across multiple capital projects.
• Deliver executive reporting and strategic project recommendations to senior leadership.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, digitalisation, and automation within the Project Controls function.
• Ensure compliance with Glencore Environmental Management requirements and MUMI SARL Environmental Policy.

MUMI S.A.R.L does not accept applications submitted by people under the age of eighteen (18). In accordance with article 1 of the Labor Code of the Democratic Republic of Congo, MUMI receives all applications without distinction or discrimination. However, as part of its Equal Opportunity, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion program, applications from women are strongly encouraged.

In accordance with our Compliance Policy and Code of Conduct, MUMI or its employees do not receive any remuneration or benefits of any kind at any stage of the recruitment process. Violators are subject to legal action.

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Furthermore, MUMI S.A.R.L pursues the objective of a transparent, fair and equitable recruitment process and, therefore, does not tolerate any interference or intervention in any way whatsoever in its recruitment process. Any failure on this point will result in the immediate disqualification of the candidate concerned.