Project Coordinator

The Agricultural Research Council; Mbombela; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural research organization in Mbombela is seeking a candidate for administrative support in project management. The ideal applicant will have a Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma, at least five years of project management experience, and a solid understanding of Tropical and Subtropical crops. The role includes managing reporting systems, collating technical reports, and assisting with business planning. A competitive remuneration package will be provided.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in project management.
• Experience coordinating projects and contracts.
• Sound knowledge of Tropical and Subtropical crops disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to ensure project goals are met.
• Manage campus reporting and research information systems.
• Assist with Business Planning in collaboration with Research Managers.

Skills

Project management experience

Excellent computer literacy

Writing and verbal communication skills

Self-motivation

Ability to multitask

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to ensure project goals are met.
• Management of campus reporting and research information systems.
• Collation of technical reports for management reporting purposes.
• Archiving of institute project information.
• Management of Project Office and Quality Control of project proposals and reports in collaboration with Research and Support Managers.
• Assistance with Business Planning in collaboration with Research Managers.
• Liaison with ARC Cooperate structures in relation to policy, legal requirements and intellectually property rights.
• Execute secretary duties for the office of the Senior Manager Research.

Qualifications

• A relevant Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma with at least five years’ experience.
• The ideal candidate must at least have 3- 5 years’ experience in project management as well as experience in coordinating projects and contracts.
• Have sound knowledge of Tropical and Subtropical crops disciplines.
• Excellent computer literacy with proven data management skills, excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
• High self-motivation and an ability to work independently and to multitask.

Enquires: Dr Yolisa Pakela-Jezile, Tel:[phone]

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 30 JANUARY 2026

A competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.

Applications accompanied by a covering letter, detailed CV with at least three recent (3) contactable referees, certified copies of certificates, supporting documents and a copy of driver’s license must be attached on the form.

A SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The organisation reserves the right not to appoint.