Junior Project Coordinator

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive entry-level salary with 1+

Professional development opportunities

Hands-on project experience in Stellen

Structured work environment

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks a Junior Project Coordinator to support the PMO with schedule coordination, document control and team communication. This entry-level role emphasizes organized administration and learning PM methodologies. You will assist with timelines, meetings, risk logs, and resource tracking in a structured environment.

Join a team that offers professional development, hands-on project exposure, and regular performance reviews in a department focused on process improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Project and Outlook.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Interest in learning project management principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers in planning, executing, and monitoring project timelines.
• Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, and record minutes.
• Maintain project documentation, including status reports and risk logs.
• Coordinate project-related tasks and follow up with team members to ensure timely completion.
• Support management of project resources and budgets.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Strong communication

Interpersonal abilities

PM principles interest

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Outlook

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a highly organized and proactive Junior Project Coordinator to support their project management office in Stellenbosch . This role is crucial in ensuring the smooth execution of various projects by providing administrative and logistical support to project managers. You will be involved in scheduling, tracking project progress, managing documentation, and facilitating communication among project teams. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for individuals with strong organizational skills and an interest in project management methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist project managers in planning, executing, and monitoring project timelines.
• Schedule project meetings, prepare agendas, and record minutes.
• Maintain project documentation, including status reports and risk logs.
• Coordinate project-related tasks and follow up with team members to ensure timely completion.
• Support the management of project resources and budgets.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Project and Outlook.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• An interest in learning about project management principles.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary with regular reviews.
• Opportunities for professional development and project management certifications.
• Hands-on experience supporting diverse projects in Stellenbosch .
• A structured work environment that promotes learning and efficiency.
• Health and wellness benefits.