Project Administrator

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work arrangement

Learning & development

Growth opportunities

Office in Stellenbosch

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks a highly organized Project Administrator to support multiple projects from the office. You will manage documentation, timelines, and communications to keep projects on track and within scope.

Key duties include planning with project managers, maintaining reports and logs, coordinating meetings, and facilitating procurement-related tasks. Hybrid work options are available.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a project administration or coordination role.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and software is advantageous.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers with planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Maintain project documentation, including status reports, meeting minutes, and action logs.
• Coordinate project meetings, ensuring all participants are informed and prepared.
• Track project progress and report on milestones achieved and potential risks.
• Manage project-related correspondence and communication channels.
• Provide administrative support for procurement and vendor management related to projects.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Excel

Project management software

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and proactive Project Administrator to provide essential support for various projects managed from their Stellenbosch office. This role is critical for ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope by managing documentation, coordinating project timelines, and facilitating communication among project teams and stakeholders. You will be instrumental in maintaining project efficiency and providing administrative support that enables successful project execution in the Western Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist project managers with planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Maintain project documentation, including status reports, meeting minutes, and action logs.
• Coordinate project meetings, ensuring all participants are informed and prepared.
• Track project progress and report on milestones achieved and potential risks.
• Manage project-related correspondence and communication channels.
• Provide administrative support for procurement and vendor management related to projects.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a project administration or coordination role.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and software is advantageous.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and project management tools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and impactful projects in beautiful Stellenbosch.
• Potential for a hybrid work arrangement, balancing office and remote work.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for growth.