Junior Project Coordinator

Recruiter:

Specd

Job Ref:

JHB002122/Josh

Date posted:

Monday, June 1, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:

We're looking for an enthusiastic, organized, and proactive Junior Project Coordinator to join our team. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys planning, problem-solving, and working with different teams to keep projects running smoothly.
As a Junior Project Coordinator, you'll help manage timelines, track progress, coordinate tasks, maintain project documentation, and communicate with stakeholders to ensure projects are completed successfully and on time. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable project management experience while making a real impact in a dynamic team environment.

POSITION INFO:
JOB DESCRIPTION INFORMATION:

Job Title:                               Junior Project Coordinator
Employment Type:              Permanent
Work Model:                        Onsite

JOB CONTEXT:
We’re on the lookout for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Project Coordinator to support project management activities. The successful candidate will assist in planning, executing, and monitoring projects, ensuring deliverables are met on time and within scope.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist in coordinating project activities, schedules, and resources.
Support project managers in tracking progress and preparing status reports.
Maintain project documentation and ensure accuracy of records.
Facilitate communication between team members and stakeholders.
Monitor project timelines and escalate issues when necessary.
Contribute to process improvements and efficiency initiatives.

Skills Requirements:

3-5years of experience in project coordination or related roles.
Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Advanced skills in MS Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis).
Familiarity with MS Project for scheduling and resource management.
Demonstrated experience in project management support.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Analytical thinking and problem-solving.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Time management and prioritization.
Team collaboration and stakeholder engagement.

Preferred Qualifications:

CAPM Certification (Certified Associate in Project Management) is an advantage.

Package & Remuneration:
Will be agreed based on qualifications, applicable experience and previous earnings.

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