Junior Project Coordinator - WhatJobs Direct (Port Elizabeth)

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybride; ZAR 180 000 - 270 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Remote work

Flexible hours

Training resources

Résumé du poste

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a Junior Project Coordinator to support our project management office. This entry-level role is open to enthusiastic graduates seeking foundational experience in project coordination and management.

While based conceptually in Port Elizabeth, you can contribute effectively from anywhere via remote work. You will work under the guidance of senior project managers, assisting with planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and tracking progress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Experience with remote collaboration tools (Slack, Zoom, Asana) is advantageous.

Responsabilités

• Assist project managers in developing project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Track project progress, milestones, and deliverables, identifying risks or delays.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, and document minutes.
• Maintain project documentation including status reports and risk logs.
• Support resource management and allocation activities.
• Prepare project status updates and presentations.

Connaissances

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Remote collaboration

Proactive problem-solving

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Outils

MS Project

Description du poste

About the Role

WhatJobs Direct is seeking an organized and proactive Junior Project Coordinator to support our project management office. This position is open to enthusiastic graduates looking to gain foundational experience in project coordination and management. While based conceptually in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape , this role offers a remote working arrangement, allowing you to contribute effectively from any location. You will work under the guidance of senior project managers, assisting with planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and tracking project progress. Our client values efficiency, clear communication, and meticulous attention to detail, making this an excellent entry point into the project management field. This role is crucial for ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope, offering significant learning opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist project managers in developing project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Track project progress, milestones, and deliverables, identifying potential risks or delays.
• Coordinate project meetings, prepare agendas, and document minutes.
• Maintain project documentation, including status reports, risk logs, and action item trackers.
• Facilitate communication among project team members and stakeholders.
• Support resource management and allocation activities.
• Assist in the preparation of project status updates and presentations.
• Help manage project-related correspondence and information flow.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly MS Project or similar project management software.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.
• Proactive and resourceful problem-solver.
• Experience with remote collaboration tools (e.g., Slack, Zoom, Asana) is advantageous.
• A keen interest in project management methodologies.

Benefits

• Competitive contract-based remuneration.
• Remote work flexibility, enabling a work-life balance.
• Gain valuable experience in project management from a leading organization.
• Access to online project management training and resources.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse and collaborative remote team.
• Potential for contract extension or conversion to a permanent role based on performance.
• Supportive remote working environment with regular check-ins.
• Exposure to various project types and industries.