Graduate Project Coordinator

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Fully remote work

Comprehensive training

Exposure to diverse projects

Supportive virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking energetic and organized Graduate Project Coordinators to join our fully remote team. This role offers foundational experience in project management across industries and supports project managers in planning and monitoring projects from anywhere.

You will develop plans, track progress, manage meetings and documentation, and assist with resource procurement. The position is ideal for recent graduates eager to learn methodologies and contribute to project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities for remote collaboration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers in developing project plans, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Track project progress, identify potential risks, and communicate updates to the team.
• Coordinate project meetings, document minutes, and follow up on action items.
• Manage project documentation and ensure all project-related information is organized and accessible.
• Support the procurement of project resources and manage vendor communications as needed.

Skills

Project coordination

Time management

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for energetic and organized Graduate Project Coordinators to join their fully remote team. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates to gain foundational experience in project management across various industries. You will support project managers in planning, executing, and monitoring projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within scope, all within a collaborative virtual environment. We are seeking proactive individuals eager to learn the intricacies of project coordination and contribute to successful project outcomes from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist project managers in developing project plans, timelines, and resource allocation.


• Track project progress, identify potential risks, and communicate updates to the team.


• Coordinate project meetings, document minutes, and follow up on action items.


• Manage project documentation and ensure all project-related information is organized and accessible.


• Support the procurement of project resources and manage vendor communications as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.


• Strong organizational and time management skills.


• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities for effective remote collaboration.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).


• A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn project management methodologies.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with opportunities for performance recognition.


• Fully remote work arrangement, offering maximum flexibility and work-life integration.


• Comprehensive training in project management tools and best practices.


• Exposure to diverse projects and the chance to develop a well-rounded skill set.


• A supportive and collaborative virtual team environment focused on professional growth and project success.