Graduate Project Coordinator - IT

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 162,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria, Gauteng, seeks motivated Graduate Project Coordinators to join a leading technology solutions provider. This entry-level role offers hands-on exposure to IT project management, supporting planners to ensure projects stay on schedule, within scope, and on budget.

Ideal candidates are recent graduates with strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive problem-solving mindset who want to build a career in project management and technology through

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, IT Management, Project Management, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in developing project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Track project progress and milestones, identifying and reporting any deviations.
• Coordinate project team meetings, document minutes, and follow up on action items.
• Maintain project documentation, including status reports, risk logs, and change requests.
• Support resource management and allocation for project tasks.
• Communicate project updates and information to stakeholders.
• Assist in identifying and managing project risks and issues.
• Help facilitate the onboarding of new project team members.
• Ensure adherence to project management methodologies and best practices.
• Support the closure of projects and conduct post-project reviews.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Proactive problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, IT Management, Project Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

MS Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading technology solutions provider, is seeking motivated Graduate Project Coordinators to join their dynamic team in Pretoria, Gauteng. This is an outstanding opportunity for recent graduates passionate about project management and technology to gain practical experience and build a successful career. As a Graduate Project Coordinator, you will support project managers in planning, executing, and monitoring IT projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. You will be involved in various aspects of project management, including scheduling, resource allocation, risk management, and stakeholder communication. We are looking for individuals with excellent organizational skills, a strong attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. If you are a recent graduate with a keen interest in IT project management and are eager to learn and grow within a professional environment in Pretoria, this role is for you. Our client is dedicated to nurturing talent and providing a clear career path in project management.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in developing project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Track project progress and milestones, identifying and reporting any deviations.
• Coordinate project team meetings, document minutes, and follow up on action items.
• Maintain project documentation, including status reports, risk logs, and change requests.
• Support resource management and allocation for project tasks.
• Communicate project updates and information to stakeholders.
• Assist in identifying and managing project risks and issues.
• Help facilitate the onboarding of new project team members.
• Ensure adherence to project management methodologies and best practices.
• Support the closure of projects and conduct post-project reviews.

Requirements

• Recent graduate with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, IT Management, Project Management, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Project, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• A keen interest in IT project management and technology trends.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proactive problem-solving skills.
• Eagerness to learn and develop project management competencies.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Pretoria, Gauteng.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive graduate salary, comprehensive project management training, and opportunities for professional certification. Benefits include medical aid, a retirement fund, and exposure to a variety of challenging IT projects. This role provides an excellent foundation for a career in IT project management within a supportive and innovative company located in Pretoria, Gauteng. Our client is committed to employee development and offers a clear path for advancement.