PROJECT COORDINATOR

Agricultural Research Council; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural research organization in South Africa is seeking a candidate to coordinate research activities and manage logistics for fieldwork and training events. The role involves liaising with various stakeholders, maintaining project records, and assisting with compliance documentation. Ideal candidates must have strong organizational skills and an ability to problem-solve in the field.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate research activities between partners and collaborators.
• Assist with logistics for fieldwork, training events, workshops, and site visits.
• Track project deliverables, timelines, budgets, and support project reports.
• Liaise with researchers, field staff, finance teams, and external partners.
• Assist with plant collection permits and compliance documentation.
• Maintain and update data records, templates, and databases.
• Contribute to communication material and internal updates.
• Support proposal development and fundraising documentation.
• Provide problem-solving support in the field.

Job description

• Plan and coordinate research activities between partners and collaborators.
• Assist with logistics for fieldwork, training events, workshops, and site visits across diverse locations.
• Track project deliverables, timelines, budgets, and support the preparation of project reports.
• Liaise with researchers, field staff, finance teams, and external partners to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Assist with the application and management of plant collection permits and compliance documentation.
• Maintain and update data records, templates, and databases in coordination with research staff.
• Contribute to the preparation of communication material, internal updates, and reporting to funders.
• Support proposal development and fundraising documentation where required.
• Provide problem-solving support in the field and ensure proper coordination of supplies and equipment.