Project Coordinator - Social Enterprise

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development

Impactful projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng is seeking a Project Coordinator to support sustainable development and social enterprise initiatives. You will help manage day-to-day operations, coordinate activities with project managers, beneficiaries, and stakeholders, and ensure resources are used effectively.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Development Studies, Project Management, or related field, plus experience in NGO settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Experience in project coordination or administration, preferably in a non-profit or social enterprise setting.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, execution, and monitoring of social enterprise projects.
• Coordinate project activities, schedules, and resources to ensure timely completion.
• Liaise with project stakeholders, including team members, beneficiaries, and community partners.
• Maintain project documentation, records, and databases, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Support the development of project reports and performance tracking.
• Identify and report potential project risks and challenges to the project manager.

Skills

Project coordination

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

MS Excel

MS Word

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Development Studies, Project Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an innovative non-profit organization focused on sustainable development and social enterprise, is seeking a proactive Project Coordinator to support their initiatives in Mahikeng. This role is vital in managing the day-to-day operations of various social impact projects, ensuring they run efficiently and effectively towards their goals. You will work closely with project managers, beneficiaries, and stakeholders to facilitate project activities, monitor progress, and manage resources. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful social and economic development within the community, working in a dynamic environment that blends social mission with entrepreneurial spirit in the North West province.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, execution, and monitoring of social enterprise projects.


• Coordinate project activities, schedules, and resources to ensure timely completion.


• Liaise with project stakeholders, including team members, beneficiaries, and community partners.


• Maintain project documentation, records, and databases, ensuring accuracy and completeness.


• Support the development of project reports and performance tracking.


• Identify and report potential project risks and challenges to the project manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Development Studies, Project Management, or a related field.


• Previous experience in project coordination or administration, preferably in a non-profit or social enterprise setting.


• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.


• An understanding of social enterprise principles and community development is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.


• Opportunity to work on impactful social enterprise projects in Mahikeng.


• Professional development and training in project management.


• A collaborative and mission-driven work environment.


• Gain valuable experience in the social impact sector.