Pmo Project Assistant

Ao Connect Solutions; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A project management firm in Sandton is seeking a highly organized PMO Project Assistant to support project delivery. The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years' experience in PMO support, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in MS Office Suite. This on-site role offers a 12-month contract with the potential for extension, contributing to effective project governance and communication.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years' experience in a PMO support or project coordination role.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles and methodologies.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the PMO and Project Managers.
• Assist in preparing project documentation, reports, and presentations.
• Track project timelines and milestones.

Skills

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office Suite

Project management principles

Self-motivation

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Job description

PMO Project AssistantOnsite – Sandton12-month contract (with view to extend)

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented PMO Project Assistant to support project delivery within a dynamic environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Management Office (PMO), providing administrative, coordination, and governance support to ensure projects are delivered effectively.This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a structured environment, has strong attention to detail, and enjoys supporting teams to achieve their goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and coordination support to the PMO and Project Managers.
• Assist in preparing project documentation, reports, presentations, and dashboards.
• Track project timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure adherence to plans.
• Maintain and update project registers (risks, issues, dependencies, and actions).
• Support governance activities, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and recording minutes.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between stakeholders.
• Assist with quality assurance of project documentation and compliance with PMO standards.
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding actions and project dependencies.

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum 2–3 years' experience in a PMO support or project coordination role.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles and methodologies.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, or similar).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.