Job Description

Location:

Cape Town (Remote options available, must work in South African time zone)

Duration:

4-6 weeks (Temporary Contract)

Start Date:

Immediate

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-driven Temporary Project Manager to lead the implementation of our new Property Management System (PMS) for our hospitality business.

With strong coordination skills, a passion for operational excellence, and hands-on experience with PMS or similar systems, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing our workflows and elevating guest experiences.

Your Key Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end implementation of the PMS, ensuring a smooth transition and optimal functionality. Gather, analyse, and document the needs of our business to form the basis for the system's configuration. Configure the PMS to reflect our unique internal workflows and operational requirements. Collaborate closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and efficient execution. Handle data migration, ensuring accuracy and completeness throughout the process. Manage integrations between the PMS and other systems, ensuring seamless connectivity. Develop training plans and deliver comprehensive system training to team members. Monitor project progress, manage timelines, and proactively address any challenges. Conduct post-implementation evaluations to ensure seamless adoption and identify areas for optimisation.

About You

This position is ideal for someone who is highly adaptable, thrives in dynamic environments, and brings expertise in Property Management Systems. You should have a talent for connecting technical solutions with business needs, a proactive mindset, and the ability to deliver results in a short timeline.

Qualifications and Skills Required:

Proven experience implementing and configuring Property Management Systems. Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities. Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with diverse teams. Familiarity with data migration processes and system integrations. Ability to work independently and adapt quickly to new environments and challenges. Availability to work within the South African time zone.

Application Process

If you're ready to take on this exciting, temporary role, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV and a brief cover letter through

Indeed

. Applications close on 07/05/2015 .

Be part of a project that will redefine operational excellence in our hospitality business!

What We Do at Kumi and Why

Specialising in the vacation rental business, our purpose goes way beyond successfully managing rental properties and beautiful holiday homes along the Atlantic Seaboard. At Kumi, with a team of highly motivated and passionate people, we turn houses into homes and vacations into unforgettable memories, enriching the lives of our guests, homeowners and ourselves.

Our space at Kumi is inclusive, where everyone feels valued and safe to be themselves. We support each other to grow and learn every day, ensuring that work brings purpose and fulfilment to our lives. By joining Kumi, you will be part of a journey that goes beyond professional success, contributing to a legacy of mindful luxury and sustainable excellence.

Job Types: Temporary, Temp to perm
Contract length: 4-6 weeks

Application Question(s):

How much prior experience do you have in implementing Property Management Systems (e.g., Guesty, Mews, or similar)? Briefly describe your role and the outcome of the project. Are you available to start immediately and commit to a 4-6 week project, working within the South African time zone?
Application Deadline: 2025/05/07