Remote Project Support Officer

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work model

Competitive salary and benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive remote team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Remote Project Support Officer to empower our community development projects from a distance. You will coordinate documentation, virtual meetings, and progress tracking to support project managers across the Northern Cape, including Upington.

Bring strong organizational and communication skills, proficiency in MS Office and collaboration tools, and a proactive, independent work style in a remote setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in administrative or project support, ideally remotely.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and virtual collaboration tools.
• Familiarity with project management software is an advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks remotely.
• Discretion handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote administrative and logistical support to project managers and teams.
• Manage project documentation and maintain version control.
• Schedule and coordinate virtual meetings, prepare agendas, and take minutes.
• Track timelines, milestones, and deliverables and report progress.
• Communicate updates to team members and stakeholders as directed.
• Prepare project reports and presentations; support documentation needs.
• Maintain project-related databases and data accuracy.
• Assist with budget tracking and expense reporting for projects.
• Liaise with internal departments and external partners to facilitate activities.
• Identify and suggest improvements to remote administrative processes.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Independent working

Problem solving

Education

Office Administration diploma/certificate

Project Management certificate

Related field qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Slack

Project management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable non-profit organization committed to community development, is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Remote Project Support Officer. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of various projects by providing administrative and logistical support from a distance. You will manage project documentation, coordinate virtual meetings, track progress, and assist project managers in various tasks. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and proficiency with project management software and digital collaboration tools. This position is perfect for an individual who is highly motivated, possesses exceptional administrative capabilities, and thrives in a remote-first work environment, contributing to Our client's impactful work across **Northern Cape, ZA**, including in and around **Upington**.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and logistical support to project managers and project teams remotely.
• Manage project documentation, including organizing files, tracking updates, and ensuring version control.
• Schedule and coordinate virtual project meetings, prepare agendas, and take minutes.
• Assist in tracking project timelines, milestones, and deliverables, and report on progress.
• Communicate project updates and information to team members and stakeholders as directed.
• Support the preparation of project reports, presentations, and other necessary documentation.
• Maintain project-related databases and ensure data accuracy.
• Assist with budget tracking and expense reporting for projects.
• Liaise with internal departments and external partners as needed to facilitate project activities.
• Identify and propose improvements to administrative processes for remote project support.

Requirements

• Proven experience in an administrative support, project support, or similar role, ideally in a remote capacity.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Slack).
• Familiarity with project management software is an advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks effectively, and manage multiple responsibilities in a remote setting.
• Proactive and solution-oriented approach to problem-solving.
• Discretion and ability to handle confidential information.
• A diploma or certificate in Office Administration, Project Management, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Fully remote working arrangement offering flexibility and a great work-life balance.
• Opportunity to support meaningful projects that benefit communities in **Northern Cape, ZA**.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities and skill enhancement.
• A supportive and collaborative remote team environment.