Future Pro : Project Manager - Nba South Africa

National Basketball Association (Nba); Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A major sports organization is looking for an entry-level Project Manager in South Africa. This role involves coordinating projects, engaging with various departments, and supporting marketing and community events. Candidates should have 2 years of experience in project coordination, fluency in English, and strong organizational skills. The position offers remote work options and a chance to develop foundational project management skills. This role is ideal for recent graduates eager to make an impact in the sports industry.

Benefits

Remote work option available

Hands-on experience in a dynamic environment

Qualifications

• 2 years of work experience in project coordination or similar role preferred.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment is crucial.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating projects and tracking timelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for initiatives.
• Compile reports on project progress and activities.
• Support marketing content and community engagement.
• Assist in ticketing operations and customer service.

Skills

Fluent in English

Cross-functional collaboration

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

MS Project

MS Office Suite

Education

Higher education in related field

Tools

MS Project

MS Office Suite

Job description

Join to apply for the Future Pro : Project Manager - NBA South Africa role at National Basketball Association (NBA).

WORK OPTION: The NBA currently provides eligible employees the option of working remotely one day per week.

Position Summary

The Future Pro: Project Manager – NBA South Africa supports the coordination and execution of projects across various departments, gaining exposure to the operations of NBA Africa and the BAL League.

This entry-level role is ideal for a recent graduate and involves assisting with administrative tasks, event logistics, stakeholder communications, and project tracking.

The position offers hands‑on experience in cross‑functional collaboration, marketing support, and community engagement, while developing foundational skills in project management and organizational effectiveness.

Major Responsibilities

Project Support: Assist in coordinating projects by tracking timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder inputs; support scheduling, documentation, and follow‑ups to ensure smooth project execution; help monitor progress using basic project tools and templates.

Team Collaboration: Work with cross‑functional teams to support integrated initiatives; assist in organizing meetings, preparing agendas, and capturing action items; help maintain communication and alignment across departments.

Reporting and Documentation: Compile basic reports on project progress and operational activities; ensure accuracy and timely updates for internal stakeholders.

Marketing and Content Coordination: Support timelines and deliverables for marketing and content initiatives; assist with asset tracking and communication between creative and digital teams.

Community and Player Programs: Help coordinate logistics and communications for community engagement events; assist in gathering feedback and compiling post‑event reports.

Fan Experience And Ticketing: Support ticketing operations by tracking orders and assisting with customer service coordination; help maintain documentation to ensure a smooth fan experience.

General Administration: Maintain shared project trackers and schedules; assist with meeting preparation and follow‑ups to keep initiatives on track.

Required Skills / Knowledge

• Fluent in English (written and verbal)
• Demonstrated ability to work cross‑functionally and engage effectively with colleagues at all levels
• Strong organizational skills and an ability to perform in a fast‑changing environment
• Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to timely reporting
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Project tracking tools (MS Project)
• MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Basic understanding of project documentation and reporting

Experience Needed

2 years of work experience, preferably in project coordination, administrative, or similar role within a fast‑paced environment and administrative or operational roles within a project environment.

Educational Background Required

Higher education institution (vocational school, professional degree, university degree, or master's degree) in related field.

About The NBA

The National Basketball Association (NBA) is a global sports and media organization with the mission to inspire and connect people everywhere through the power of basketball.

Built around five professional sports leagues: the NBA, WNBA, NBA G League, NBA 2K League and Basketball Africa League, the NBA has established a major international presence with games and programming available in countries and territories in more than 50 languages, and merchandise for sale in more than countries and territories on all seven continents.

NBA rosters at the start of the season featured a record international players from 40 countries.

NBA Digital's assets include NBA TV, the NBA App and NBA League Pass.

The NBA has created one of the largest social media communities in the world, with 2.1 billion likes and followers globally across all league, team, and player platforms.

Through NBA Cares, the league addresses important social issues by working with internationally recognized youth‑serving organizations that support education, youth and family development, and health‑related causes.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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