
AWS MAP Project Manager (Remote in SA)
- Cape Town, Western Cape
- Permanent
- Full-time
- 3-5 years project management experience in cloud migration or consulting specifically, in AWS environments.
- Proven delivery of multi-workstream projects in cloud or enterprise IT settings.
- MUST HAVE Strong understanding of the AWS MAP framework, particularly the Mobilize phase.
- Previous experience at an AWS Partner or in AWS Partner-led MAP engagements.
- Familiarity with AWS-native tooling (e.g., Control Tower, Config, CloudTrail, SSO, IAM, Well-Architected Tool).
- Strong project governance, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.
- Experience managing cross-functional delivery teams and tracking multiple workstreams concurrently.
- Proficient in Jira, Confluence, Monday.com, or similar project tracking platforms. Desirable Experience and Qualifications
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner or AWS Solutions Architect – Associate.
- Project Management Certification (e.g., Prince2, PMP, AgilePM, Scrum Master)
- Familiarity with AWS funding mechanisms such as MAP, WAFR, OLA, TIDF, and Proof of Execution (PoE) reporting.
- Experience with FinOps and cloud cost modeling as part of MAP business case delivery.
- Lead delivery of MAP Mobilize phase projects including Migration Readiness Assessments (MRA), Landing Zone deployments, Security Foundations, Application Portfolio Assessments, and Business Case development.
- Own the project lifecycle from AWS MAP onboarding to transition into the Migrate & Modernize phase, in close alignment with AWS account teams and internal technical leads.
- Maintain MAP-specific project artifacts: Workstream plans, mobilize checklists, MAP funding trackers, and customer-facing deliverables.
- Track AWS MAP milestones and ensure alignment with AWS-defined stage gates and funding criteria (e.g., TIDF/WAFR documentation).
- Act as the central point of contact for AWS stakeholders, internal teams, and clients for all MAP-related coordination and communication.
- Drive the execution of cross-functional MAP workstreams (e.g., Governance, Security, Landing Zone, Operations, Application Discovery).
- Facilitate internal resource planning across MAP workstreams using Jira, Monday.com, or similar tools.
- Lead regular status reporting to AWS and client stakeholders, including timeline, risk, funding usage, and deliverables progress.
- Ensure compliance with AWS program requirements and document lessons learned for continuous improvement.
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