Remote Junior Project Coordinator

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote role

PM tools training

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Project Coordinator for a fully remote role. You will support project managers across diverse industries, coordinating plans, meetings, and documentation while working with international teams from a home office.

The ideal candidate is a recent graduate with strong organizational skills, proficient with MS Office and familiar with PM tools. This remote position offers training and ongoing development, with a global client base.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (Asana, Trello, Monday.com) is a plus.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive attitude and a desire to learn about project management methodologies.
• Team-oriented approach to collaboration in a virtual environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers in developing project plans, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Schedule and coordinate project meetings, prepare agendas, and take minutes.
• Track project progress, identify potential risks, and report on project status.
• Maintain project documentation, including reports, schedules, and deliverables.
• Facilitate communication between project team members and stakeholders.
• Support the management of project budgets and expenses.
• Assist with the procurement of project resources and vendor management.
• Help ensure project milestones are met on time and within scope.
• Contribute to post-project reviews and lessons learned documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Written & spoken communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (Business Admin/Management)

Tools

Asana

Trello

Monday.com

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global consultancy firm, is seeking an organized and proactive Junior Project Coordinator to join their fully remote team. This role is ideal for recent graduates passionate about project management and eager to gain experience in a fast-paced, international environment. You will provide essential support to project managers in planning, executing, and monitoring projects across various industries. Working remotely, you will utilize advanced collaboration tools and communication platforms to connect with diverse project teams. We are looking for individuals with exceptional organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and a strong ability to multitask. This is a unique opportunity to develop critical project management skills, contribute to impactful projects, and build a successful career in a flexible, remote-first setting from your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist project managers in developing project plans, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Schedule and coordinate project meetings, prepare agendas, and take minutes.
• Track project progress, identify potential risks, and report on project status.
• Maintain project documentation, including reports, schedules, and deliverables.
• Facilitate communication between project team members and stakeholders.
• Support the management of project budgets and expenses.
• Assist with the procurement of project resources and vendor management.
• Help ensure project milestones are met on time and within scope.
• Contribute to post-project reviews and lessons learned documentation.

Requirements

• A recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Asana, Trello, Monday.com) is a plus.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive attitude and a desire to learn about project management methodologies.
• Team-oriented approach to collaboration in a virtual environment.

Benefits

This role offers a competitive salary and the substantial benefit of a fully remote working arrangement, providing excellent flexibility and work-life balance. Our client provides comprehensive training on project management tools and methodologies, along with ongoing professional development opportunities. You will gain invaluable experience working on diverse, high-profile projects with international teams. Access to a range of online collaboration and productivity tools is provided. While the role is fully remote, the company is based in the vicinity of Mahikeng, North West , and emphasizes a strong virtual team culture. This is an ideal opportunity for ambitious graduates aiming to build a career in project management with the freedom of remote work.