Junior Project Manager

Kula; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A growing international company is seeking a Junior Project Manager in Johannesburg to support dynamic projects in sales and marketing. Candidates with 2-4 years of project management experience will thrive in this role. The ideal candidate will manage multiple initiatives, ensuring successful outreach and execution while collaborating across departments. The company offers opportunities for growth and mentorship from senior leadership.

Benefits

Exposure to international markets

Direct mentorship from senior leadership

Clear growth path into management roles

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of relevant experience in project management, operations, sales coordination, or marketing.
• Experience in a startup, consultancy, or fast‑growth company is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate lead generation campaigns and outreach initiatives.
• Track and follow up on sales pipeline activities.
• Assist in preparing proposals and client-facing collateral.
• Monitor performance of campaigns and provide insights.
• Create and maintain project plans across departments.
• Assist with cross‑functional projects across HR and recruitment.

Skills

Project management

Sales coordination

Marketing execution

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Tech-savvy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Marketing, Communications, Project Management, or related field

Tools

HubSpot

LinkedIn

Microsoft Suite

Google Suite

Project tracking software

Job description

Junior Project Manager Johannesburg | HybridKula Group is hiring a Junior Project Manager to support our growing international operations.

This role is designed for someone with 2–4 years' experience in project management, sales coordination, or marketing execution, ideally within a fast‑paced or startup environment. You'll run point on sales and marketing projects — keeping initiatives on track, ensuring deliverables are met, and supporting leadership with execution. Beyond sales and marketing, you'll also get exposure to wider business operations, making this a strong launchpad for long‑term growth at Kula.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate lead generation campaigns, outreach initiatives, and events.
• Track and follow up on sales pipeline activities to keep momentum.
• Assist in preparing proposals, decks, and client-facing collateral.
• Monitor performance of campaigns and provide reporting/insights.
• Create and maintain project plans across departments.
• Ensure accountability by following up on outstanding.
• Escalate blockers early and drive timelines forward.
• Assist with cross‑functional projects across HR, recruitment, and data initiatives.
• Help refine processes, documentation, and reporting systems.
• Conduct research to support decision‑making and strategy.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of relevant experience (project management, operations, sales coordination, or marketing).
• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Marketing, Communications, Project Management, or a related field. (Candidates with other degrees may be considered if they have relevant project management and sales/marketing experience.)
• Prior experience in a startup, consultancy, or fast‑growth company is advantageous.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
• Tech‑savvy and comfortable with tools like HubSpot, LinkedIn, Microsoft or Google Suite, or project tracking software.

What You'll Gain

• Exposure to international markets (UK, Netherlands, South Africa).
• Direct mentorship from senior leadership.
• Clear growth path into Operations Manager, Sales Project Lead, or Business Development Manager roles.
• An opportunity to play a central role in scaling a high‑growth business.

What We're Not Looking For

Candidates with less than 2 years experience – this is not an entry‑level role.Overqualified senior project managers – this is a junior role with growth potential.

Candidates who want only admin or "support" work, you'll be owning outcomes.