Project Manager

Talent Sam; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Gqeberha, South Africa, is seeking a highly organized Project Manager to drive project execution, support client experience, and ensure smooth internal systems. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of project management experience, preferably in a marketing agency, and familiarity with tools like Basecamp and Monday.com. Competitive working hours are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in project management or operations.
• Experience in a marketing agency environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage project notifications and internal communication.
• Provide support to enhance client experience.
• Assist with project management processes.
• Communicate directly with clients via email, Slack, phone, and in-person meetings.
• Monitor and manage deadlines, timelines, and budgets.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Basecamp

Monday.com

Job description

About the Role

We’re seeking a highly organized and proactive Project Manager to join our team. This is a role where you’ll be responsible for driving project execution, supporting client experience, and keeping internal systems running smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Manage project notifications and internal communication
• Provide support to enhance client experience
• Assist with project management processes
• Add and track project-related tasks in Basecamp
• Collaborate closely with Client Experience and Account Managers
• Communicate directly with clients via email, Slack, phone, and in-person meetings
• Work independently to solve problems, knowing when to escalate
• Manage projects through Basecamp with precision and accountability
• Participate in creative brainstorms and planning sessions
• Maintain detailed notes from meetings and on project status
• Build systems for project workflows and ensure consistent use
• Provide timely updates to team members and clients on project status
• Monitor and manage deadlines, timelines, and budgets

Qualifications

• Basecamp & Monday.com experience - preferred
• Marketing agency experience - preferred
• 3+ years of experience in project management / operations - preferred

Hours: 8:30 am–5:00 pm CST