Junior Project Manager
Job Reference: #807-10
Date Posted: 01 November 2024
Are you looking to take the next step in your career within a dynamic, fast-paced, and rapidly changing environment? This might be the position for you.
We are looking for a Junior Project Manager to join our team and help lead key initiatives within our business. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in steering important projects, working alongside skilled professionals to deliver impactful results.
If you are ready for a challenge, please apply.
Requirements:
Education
• Grade 12 or relevant.
• Tertiary qualification in Project Management or similar qualification (candidates without a degree will be considered if they have the relevant experience).
Experience
• 2+ years’ experience working in a project administrator/coordinator role.
• Technology industry experience advantageous.
Skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in ClickUp will be advantageous.
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think critically.
Personal Attributes
• You have a strong attention to detail, ensuring that tasks are completed accurately, and projects stay on track.
• You are adaptable and open to learning, able to adjust quickly to new processes and project changes.
• You demonstrate initiative, often seeking ways to contribute to the team beyond your defined responsibilities.
• You are reliable and meet deadlines, building trust with colleagues and stakeholders.
• You work well under pressure, maintaining focus and productivity even in challenging situations.
• You are a team player, understanding the importance of collaboration to achieve project goals.
• You have a positive attitude and resilience, which helps you stay motivated and keeps the team’s morale high.
Responsibilities
Project Planning and Coordination
• As and when needed, assist in developing project plans and timelines.
• Track project progress.
• Update project plans as needed to reflect changes or adjustments.
Meeting Management
• Schedule and organise project meetings.
• Prepare and distribute meeting agendas and materials.
• Take accurate meeting minutes and ensure action items are assigned and tracked.
• Follow up on action items and ensure they are completed.
Documentation and Communication
• Maintain and update project documentation, including plans, reports, and presentations.
• Communicate project updates and status reports to stakeholders.
• Manage projet communication channels (e.g. e-mail)
Administrative Tasks
• Perform other administrative tasks as needed.
Additional
• Own reliable transport.
• This is an office-based position in the Woodmead branch.
A more comprehensive job description will be available upon application.
All required qualifications will be verified by an independent provider on behalf of Tarsus.
Please note: The company is under no obligation to fill this position, should you not have had any feedback within 2 weeks of submitting your application, you may consider your application unsuccessful.