Project Coordinator/ Professional Assistant

Recruiter:

PlaceTalent

Job Ref:

JHB000482/Casey

Date posted:

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

Salary:

R600 000

SUMMARY:
A leading player in the aviation and geophysics sector, based in Pretoria, is seeking a highly organised and proactive Project Coordinator / Professional Assistant to support the Operations Director in driving smooth and efficient day-to-day operations. The successful candidate must be highly proficient in Excel, have exposure to African operations or environments, and demonstrate a strong, hands-on “go-getter” attitude with the flexibility and willingness to work extended hours when required to support operational demands.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

Managing a busy and dynamic diary, coordinating appointments and prioritising schedules
Scheduling meetings, preparing invitations, and ensuring all logistics are in place
Assisting with travel arrangements and coordinating end-to-end travel logistics where required
Preparing professional correspondence, reports, documents, and presentations
Taking accurate meeting minutes and tracking follow-up actions to completion
Supporting communication between internal teams and external stakeholders
Assisting with and, where required, leading project administration and operational coordination activities
Coordinating project tracking, monitoring actions, and ensuring delivery of key outputs
Maintaining well-organised records, filing systems, and documentation
Providing general secretarial and business administrative support to the Operations Director
Assisting with ad hoc tasks to support the Operations Director and broader operational team as needed

Requirements:

3–5 years’ experience in an administrative, executive assistant, or project coordination role within a project-based or operational environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organisational and time-management abilities, with the capacity to manage competing priorities
Proven experience managing complex diaries and coordinating meetings
A professional, discreet, and approachable manner
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all outputs
Sound judgement, initiative, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision

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