Graduate Junior Project Manager

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Comprehensive training

Fully remote setup

PMP certification support

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Graduate Junior Project Manager to join a fully remote team. You will support senior PMs in planning, executing, and monitoring projects across departments, gaining experience coordinating tasks and timelines.

Ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in a relevant field, strong communication, organization, and familiarity with PM software. This remote role offers training, development, and opportunities for PMP certification.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Familiarity with PM software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior project managers in developing project plans and objectives.
• Coordinate project activities and teams to meet deadlines and scope.
• Track progress, schedules, and risks; report status to stakeholders.
• Facilitate communication among stakeholders and management.
• Prepare project documentation including minutes and risk assessments.
• Support task execution and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Time management

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Management / Engineering

Tools

Asana

Trello

Jira

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an ambitious and organized Graduate Junior Project Manager to join their dynamic, fully remote team. This role is perfect for individuals eager to dive into project management, supporting senior project managers in planning, executing, and monitoring projects across various departments. You will gain invaluable experience in coordinating tasks, managing timelines, facilitating communication, and ensuring project success from initiation to completion. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop a career in project management, contributing to impactful initiatives from your chosen location, embodying a truly remote-first culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior project managers in developing project plans, scopes, and objectives.
• Coordinate project activities and team efforts to ensure project completion on time and within scope.
• Track project progress, manage schedules, and identify potential risks or issues.
• Facilitate communication among project stakeholders, team members, and management.
• Prepare project documentation, including status reports, meeting minutes, and risk assessments.
• Support the execution of project tasks and ensure adherence to quality standards.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of project management principles and methodologies.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Asana, Trello, Jira) is a plus.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of working effectively in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive training in project management methodologies and tools.
• Flexible working arrangements with a fully remote setup.
• Opportunities for professional development and PMP or similar certifications.
• Collaborative team environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement, regardless of location.