Senior Asset Project Coordinator

Ntt Data; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services firm in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Project Coordinator to lead IT asset management and end-user upgrades. This role involves project planning, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in Project Management, strong IT Asset Management background, and expertise in Windows/Mac upgrades. Certifications like PMP or ITIL are preferred.

Qualifications

• Matric and a Bachelor's degree in IT or similar.
• 5+ years of experience in Project Management within IT environments.
• Strong background in IT Asset Management and lifecycle tracking.
• Experience managing Windows/Mac in-place upgrades or similar deployments.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or ITIL certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed project plans for end-user upgrades.
• Coordinate the rollout of new laptops, migrating from Windows 10 to Windows 11.
• Maintain accurate records of hardware and software assets.
• Communicate project status, risks, and milestones to stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

IT Asset Management

Communication

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or similar

Job description

We are seeking a highly organized and technically proficient Senior Project Coordinator with proven experience in IT Asset Management and end-user upgrade deployments. The successful candidate will lead and coordinate enduser for project upgrade, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations while maintaining compliance with IT asset policies and standards.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Execution
• Develop and manage detailed project plans for the in-place upgrade of end users.
• Manage and co-ordinate the rollout of new Dell laptops, with a migration from Windows 10 to Windows 11.
• Manage end users to upgrade to Windows 11 software
• Manage timelines, stakeholders and communication. Ensure efficient handshakes between technical resources, asset manager and change management teams.
• Coordinate with IT teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• IT Asset Management
• Maintain accurate records of hardware and software assets.
• Ensure compliance with licensing agreements and asset lifecycle policies.
• Collaborate with procurement and finance teams for asset tracking and reporting.
• Stakeholder Management
• Communicate project status, risks, and milestones to stakeholders.
• Provide training and support to end-users during the upgrade process.
• Manage expectations and ensure user satisfaction post-upgrade.
• Technical Oversight
• Oversee compatibility checks, backup procedures, and rollback plans.
• Ensure all systems meet security and performance standards post-upgrade.
• Troubleshoot and resolve upgrade-related issues.

Experience

• Matric and a Bachelors degree in IT or similar
• 5+ years of experience in Project Management within IT environments.
• Strong background in IT Asset Management and lifecycle tracking.
• Experience managing Windows/Mac in-place upgrades or similar deployments.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or ITIL certification is a plus.