Project Associate/Junior Project Manager

Netsurit; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Project Associate/Junior Project Manager to join their dynamic team. This role involves supporting project planning, execution, and monitoring to ensure timely and budget-friendly delivery. Ideal for those eager to grow their project management career in a fast-paced environment, you will coordinate activities, manage documentation, and liaise with stakeholders. Join a culture that encourages personal dreams while contributing to clients' success in navigating IT complexities. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within a leading global IT solutions provider.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of project coordination or management experience in a professional services environment.
• Must possess a Project Management certificate (e.g., CAPM, PRINCE2, Agile).

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and coordinating project activities and stakeholder communication.
• Maintain project documentation, prepare reports, and track deliverables.
• Monitor project budgets, track expenses, and provide financial updates.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's Degree in Project Management

Bachelor's Degree in IT

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Jira

M365

Job description

About The Job Project Associate/Junior Project Manager

Job Title: Project Associate/Junior Project Manager

Job Model: Hybrid

Netsurit's mission is to "Support the dreams of the doers." For Netsurit, this means helping employees achieve their personal dreams and ambitions while they free up our customers to meet their broader business goals by taking the burden of day-to-day IT operations off their shoulders. What's your dream? Join the Netsurit Team and enjoy a culture where each employee is encouraged to dream and work on their dreams!

Role Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Project Associate/Junior Project Manager to join our team in a professional services environment. The successful candidate will support project planning, execution, and monitoring, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. This role is ideal for an individual looking to grow their project management career within a fast-paced and client-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Coordination: Assist in planning and coordinating project activities, including scheduling, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication.
2. Documentation & Reporting: Maintain project documentation, prepare reports, track deliverables, and ensure all project records are up-to-date.
3. Stakeholder Management: Liaise with internal teams, clients, and vendors to ensure clear communication and alignment on project goals and expectations.
4. Risk & Issue Management: Identify potential project risks and assist in developing mitigation strategies.
5. Budget & Cost Tracking: Monitor project budgets, track expenses, and provide financial updates as needed.
6. Process Improvement: Support the development and enhancement of project management methodologies and best practices.
7. Meeting Coordination: Schedule and facilitate project meetings, prepare agendas, and document meeting minutes with actionable follow-ups.

Qualifications & Experience

1. Education: Preferably a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, IT, Engineering, or a related field.
2. Experience: 1-3 years of experience in project coordination, project management, or a related role within a professional services environment.
3. Certifications: Must have a Project Management certificate (e.g., CAPM, PRINCE2 Foundation, Agile certifications).

Skills & Competencies

1. Strong organizational and time management skills.
2. Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
3. Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira.
4. Proficient in M365.
5. Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
6. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
7. Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
8. Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.

About Netsurit: We are #305 on Inc 5000 America's Fastest-Growing Private Companies! We were also awarded the 2024 Winner for Global MSP501 in the Top 500 Managed Service Providers!

With headquarters in New York, Netsurit is a global leader in IT solutions, providing comprehensive managed services, cybersecurity, AI capabilities, and strategic insights for organizations of all sizes.

For 27 years, Netsurit has helped more than 600 businesses navigate the complexities of the modern workplace by ensuring critical applications and infrastructure are always on, secure, and resilient.