Junior Project Manager – 1-year Fixed Term Contract

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. Assist Project Managers in planning, coordinating, and tracking project activities across multiple projects .

Posted 9/23/2026contractJohannesburg • South AfricaJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong project coordination capabilities, including proficiency in Jira for task management and a solid understanding of the technology project lifecycle. Excels in communication, organization, and problem-solving within cross-functional teams.

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Project CoordinationJira Task ManagementCommunication SkillsAnalytical Problem-SolvingTime Management

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementSoftware Development UnderstandingWeb TechnologiesMobile TechnologiesProject Lifecycle Knowledge

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailAdaptabilitySelf-DrivenCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeExcelWordPowerPointOutlook

Industry Keywords

TechnologyConsultingTelecomUser Acceptance TestingStakeholder Communication

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist Project Managers in planning, coordinating, and tracking project activities across multiple projects
Monitor project timelines, milestones, priorities, dependencies, risks, and blockers, escalating issues when required
Follow up on actions and deliverables with internal teams, clients, and other stakeholders
Create, update, and maintain project tasks, tickets, and boards in Jira
Maintain project plans, status reports, process documentation, user guides, and project closure documentation
Coordinate communication between clients and Product, Business, Development, QA, Commercial, and Operations teams
Participate in project meetings, workshops, and status calls
Prepare meeting agendas, capture key decisions and action items, and ensure agreed actions are followed through
Coordinate User Acceptance Testing (UAT) activities with internal teams and clients
Track testing progress, defects, and resolution status
Support project launches, deployments, and transition to operational teams
Assist in identifying and coordinating resolution of launch or post-launch issues

Requirements

What you’ll need

Educational background in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business Information Systems, Project Management, or a related field
2-3 years of work experience involving project coordination in technology, consulting, or telecom
Basic understanding of software development, web/mobile technologies, or the technology project lifecycle
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and internal teams
Good organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Self-driven, responsible, and willing to take ownership of assigned activities
Proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn
Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
Good attention to detail and commitment to quality
Able to work independently as well as collaboratively within cross-functional teams
Comfortable working under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
Please apply with your CV in English

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salary and benefits, directly dependent on the candidate’s qualifications and skills
Mentorship and guidance from experienced Project Managers and technology professionals
Practical experience working on real-world technology, mobile, and digital projects
Exposure to international clients and cross-functional project teams
Hands-on experience with project delivery processes, Jira, UAT, launches, and stakeholder management
Opportunity to develop toward a long-term career
Equal-opportunity employment
Reasonable accommodations for disabled employees