Junior Project Coordinator

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Training & development

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Junior Project Coordinator to support the project management office in Mossel Bay. This entry-level role involves planning, execution, and monitoring of activities to ensure timely, within-scope delivery.

You will gain experience in stakeholder communication and administrative support within a hybrid work model. Responsibilities include assisting managers with plans and timelines, coordinating activities, tracking progress, and maintaining documentation

Qualifications

• A degree or diploma in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Project, Excel, and Word.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn the intricacies of project management in Mossel Bay.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in developing project plans, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate project activities, meetings, and ensure timely communication among team members.
• Track project progress, identify potential risks, and report on project status updates.
• Maintain project documentation, including meeting minutes, action items, and project reports.
• Support the procurement of project resources and manage vendor interactions as needed.
• Assist in managing project budgets and tracking expenses.

Skills

Excellent organization

Time management

Communication skills

Multitasking

Proactive attitude

Education

Bachelor's or Diploma in Business Admin/Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project

Excel

Word

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and proactive Junior Project Coordinator to support their project management office in Mossel Bay . This entry-level role is perfect for individuals with excellent organizational skills and a passion for project execution. You will assist project managers in planning, executing, and monitoring project activities, ensuring tasks are completed on time and within scope. Working in a hybrid model, you'll gain invaluable experience in project coordination, stakeholder communication, and administrative support, contributing to the successful delivery of key initiatives. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow within the project management field and develop a broad understanding of project lifecycles.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in developing project plans, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate project activities, meetings, and ensure timely communication among team members.
• Track project progress, identify potential risks, and report on project status updates.
• Maintain project documentation, including meeting minutes, action items, and project reports.
• Support the procurement of project resources and manage vendor interactions as needed.
• Assist in managing project budgets and tracking expenses.

Requirements

• A degree or diploma in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Project, Excel, and Word.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn the intricacies of project management in Mossel Bay .

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and opportunities for performance-based increases.
• Comprehensive health benefits and retirement savings plan.
• Ongoing training and professional development in project management methodologies.
• Exposure to diverse projects and cross-functional team collaboration.
• A supportive hybrid work environment designed for professional growth.