Project Support Officer

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning and development opportunities

Meaningful community projects

On-site in Upington

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Project Support Officer for an on-site role in Upington, Northern Cape. You will support project managers with documentation, meetings, procurement, and cross-stakeholder communication to ensure timely delivery of community development initiatives.

The ideal candidate has a National Diploma in Administration, at least 2 years in project support, and strong MS Office skills. Knowledge of PM software and development work in Upington is a plus.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or equivalent qualification in Administration, PM, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of project support/administration experience.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) skills.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Familiarity with PM software is a plus.
• Understanding of development work and community engagement in Upington is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and logistical support to project managers and teams.
• Assist in preparing project plans, reports, and presentations.
• Organize and coordinate project meetings, workshops, and travel arrangements.
• Maintain project documentation, filing systems, and databases.
• Support procurement processes, including quotes and invoices.
• Facilitate communication between teams, stakeholders, and beneficiaries.
• Track progress against timelines and assist with budget monitoring.
• Respond to inquiries and provide project information.
• Assist with general office administration tasks as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

National Diploma in Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a respected development organization active in the Upington, Northern Cape region, is seeking a highly organized and proactive Project Support Officer. This role is crucial for providing administrative and logistical support to project managers and teams, ensuring the smooth execution of various community development initiatives. You will be responsible for maintaining project documentation, coordinating meetings, assisting with procurement, and facilitating communication between stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This is an on-site position in Upington, offering a valuable opportunity to contribute to impactful projects in the Northern Cape. We are looking for someone who can effectively manage diverse administrative tasks to support our client's mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and logistical support to project managers and teams.
• Assist in the preparation of project plans, reports, and presentations.
• Organize and coordinate project meetings, workshops, and travel arrangements.
• Maintain project documentation, filing systems, and databases.
• Support procurement processes, including obtaining quotes and processing invoices.
• Facilitate communication between project teams, stakeholders, and beneficiaries.
• Track project progress against timelines and assist in budget monitoring.
• Respond to inquiries and provide information related to projects.
• Assist with general office administration tasks as needed.

Requirements

• National Diploma or equivalent qualification in Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in project support, administration, or a similar role.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Familiarity with project management software is a plus.
• Understanding of development work and community engagement in Upington is advantageous.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, opportunities for learning and development, and the chance to contribute to meaningful projects in Upington, Northern Cape.
• Join a dedicated team focused on community upliftment.