Junior Specialist – Project Management

Pro Tech Consulting; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Pro Tech Consulting is seeking a Junior Specialist in Project Management to drive impactful Corporate Citizenship initiatives. This role involves coordinating projects aimed at empowering young people through education and skills development. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills and at least four years of relevant experience. Join a passionate team dedicated to making a difference while growing your career.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of relevant experience in the Citizenship or Development Sector.
• Industry experience in Financial Services, Corporate Affairs, NGO, or Public Sectors is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the programmes team in all aspects of the project lifecycle.
• Monitor and report on project milestones, ensuring partner compliance.
• Identify and resolve project issues to ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong organisational and time management skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to work individually and as part of a team

Excellent writing and presentation skills

Job description

As a Junior Specialist: Project Management, you'll play a key role in delivering impactful Corporate Citizenship initiatives.

Working closely with cross-functional teams and external partners, you'll help drive programmes that empower young people through education, skills development, and access to earning opportunities.

This position combines coordination and creativity — you'll need to be organised, adaptable, and ready to take initiative.

We're looking for someone who's passionate about making a difference, thrives in fast-paced environments, and brings a problem-solving mindset to everything they do.

If you're eager to grow your career while contributing to meaningful social impact, we'd love to have you on our team.

Job Description

• Job Title: Junior Specialist: Project Management
• Business Unit: Corporate Citizenship / Project Management
• Duration: 6 months
• Work Location: Onsite

More about the Area & Team: Corporate Citizenship / Project Management is mandated to deliver on the corporate social responsibility imperatives of the company. The function delivers on Socio-Economic Development, Consumer Education, the CSI Empowerment Trust, and Colleague Volunteerism Programmes.

More about the project: Focuses on providing day-to-day management and coordination of Corporate Citizenship initiatives, especially aimed at preparing young people with the education, skills, and experience needed to access earning opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Support the programmes team in all aspects of the project lifecycle, including initial screening of funding proposals for grant making.
• Assist with contract management, onboarding project partners, and project close-out.
• Monitor and report on project milestones, ensuring partner compliance and reviewing partner reports for quarterly updates.
• Identify and resolve project issues, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Manage relationships with stakeholders, including communication with programme partners.
• Nurture collaborative relationships across business areas and within the group.
• Assist in data collation for reporting and communicating Citizenship efforts.

Background and Experience

Required: Industry experience in Citizenship, Development Sector, or similar environment in Financial Services, Corporate Affairs, NGO, or Public Sectors. At least 4 years of relevant experience.

Mandatory Skills

• Problem-solving skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team
• Excellent writing and presentation skills