Project Administrator

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Professional development

Remote options

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Project Administrator to support project managers in delivering projects from our Mpumalanga base, serving the Nelspruit region. You will maintain documentation, track milestones, coordinate meetings, and help keep projects on schedule and within scope.

The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency with MS Office and project tools such as Asana, Trello or MS Project.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite and project management software (Asana, Trello, MS Project).
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to project managers and teams.
• Maintain project documentation, plans, reports, and meeting minutes.
• Track timelines, milestones, and deliverables; alert managers to risks.
• Coordinate project meetings: scheduling, agendas, materials.
• Manage project-related correspondence and communications.
• Assist with budget tracking and expense management.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

MS Office

Asana

Trello

MS Project

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Trello

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a diligent and organized Project Administrator to join their team, supporting project managers in the successful delivery of projects from their base which may serve the Nelspruit region. This role is critical for maintaining project documentation, tracking progress, facilitating communication, and ensuring that projects remain on schedule and within scope. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and proficiency in project management tools and methodologies. You will be instrumental in ensuring the efficiency and success of projects within the administrative framework in the Mpumalanga province.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to project managers and project teams.
• Maintain project documentation, including plans, reports, and meeting minutes, in a structured manner.
• Track project timelines, milestones, and deliverables, and alert project managers to potential risks.
• Coordinate project meetings, including scheduling, preparing agendas, and distributing materials.
• Manage project-related correspondence and communication channels.
• Assist with budget tracking and expense management for projects.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Project Administrator or in a similar project support role.
• Strong understanding of project management principles and lifecycle.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and project management software (e.g., Asana, Trello, MS Project).
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for project-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and project management certifications.
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote options.
• A stimulating environment working on diverse projects.