Administrative Assistant - Project Support

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-site work environment

Medical and dental insurance

Skill development and career growth

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion is seeking a meticulous Administrative Assistant to provide essential project support in our Centurion office. You will work closely with project managers and teams to ensure projects run smoothly and deadlines are met.

The ideal candidate is highly organized with excellent communication, proficient in Microsoft Office, and capable of coordinating meetings, managing documents, and maintaining records to support diverse projects.

Qualifications

• Previous Administrative Assistant experience with project support.
• Strong understanding of project management principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and PM tools.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proactive and able to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to project teams and manage documents.
• Track progress, timelines and deliverables using PM tools.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, minutes, and action items.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and records.
• Liaise with stakeholders to facilitate communications.
• Handle project-related correspondence and inquiries.

Skills

Project coordination

Microsoft Office

Communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Project management tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and proactive Administrative Assistant to provide essential project support in their Centurion office. This role involves working closely with project managers and team members to ensure that projects are executed efficiently and deadlines are met. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, possess excellent communication skills, and have a keen eye for detail. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to diverse projects and gain valuable experience in a dynamic business setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to project teams, including document management and scheduling.
• Assist in tracking project progress, timelines, and deliverables using project management software.
• Coordinate project meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes, and distribute action items.
• Maintain project documentation, ensuring all records are accurate, up-to-date, and easily accessible.
• Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to facilitate project communication.
• Manage project-related correspondence and respond to inquiries in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Previous experience as an Administrative Assistant , with a focus on project support.
• Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with project management tools.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive attitude and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for project bonuses.
• On-site work environment with full access to office resources.
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance plans.
• Opportunities for skill development and career advancement.
• A collaborative and supportive team culture focused on project success.