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Project Administrator

Absa

n/a - n/a
R300–420 per hour
Auckland Park, City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, 2092
Contract
Communication
Financial Management
Customer Service
Vendor Management
Project coordination
Organizational skills

Role

Project Administrator (Executive Support & Recruitment Coordination)

Job Summary
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Project Administrator to support large-scale operational teams. This role blends project administration, executive assistance, and recruitment coordination, ensuring smooth project delivery, compliance, and operational efficiency across multiple regions. The successful candidate will play a key role in stakeholder coordination, vendor management, and executive support in a fast-paced, multi-country environment.
Key Responsibilities
Project Administration & Coordination
  • Manage end-to-end project administration, including resource coordination, onboarding, and offboarding processes.
  • Support project delivery teams by coordinating implementation activities, timelines, and operational reporting.
  • Ensure compliance requirements are met across all project activities and stakeholders.
  • Maintain centralized tracking systems for resources, contracts, and vendor compliance documentation.
Compliance & Reporting
  • Monitor compliance training for approximately 1,000 contractors, ensuring regulatory adherence and timely completion.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date reporting systems across multiple regions, tracking compliance documentation and supplier data.
  • Generate operational reports, dashboards, and insights to support decision-making.
Vendor & Financial Management
  • Manage a live tracking system across 10 African countries and 25 suppliers, ensuring accurate monitoring of: 
    • Invoices and payments
    • Tax certificates
    • Compliance documentation
    • Supplier reporting
  • Oversee invoice processing, purchase orders, vendor payments, and budget tracking.
  • Support financial reporting and ensure alignment with project budgets.
Executive Assistance
  • Provide high-level administrative support to leadership teams, including: 
    • Calendar management
    • Coordination of meetings, workshops, and conferences
    • Local and international travel arrangements
  • Prepare confidential reports, presentations, meeting agendas, and minutes.
  • Draft and manage professional business communications on behalf of executives.
Recruitment & Resource Support
  • Support recruitment processes including candidate coordination, onboarding, and documentation tracking.
  • Liaise with HR and hiring managers to ensure timely resource allocation and onboarding.
  • Maintain accurate records of resource contracts and workforce data.
Office & Operations Management
  • Oversee day-to-day office operations, including facilities coordination, procurement, asset management, and logistics.
  • Support operational safety as Floor Manager and OHS/Evacuation Leader.
  • Assist in office relocation projects and workspace planning initiatives.
Stakeholder Management
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, vendors, and external service providers.
  • Act as a key point of contact for operational, administrative, and vendor-related queries.
  • Ensure clear and consistent communication across stakeholders in different regions.
Key Skills & Competencies
  • Strong project coordination and administrative skills
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Financial and vendor management experience
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
  • Experience working across multiple regions or countries is advantageous
Qualifications & Experience
  • Relevant qualification in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field
  • Proven experience in project administration, executive assistance, or operations support
  • Exposure to recruitment coordination or HR processes is advantageous
  • Experience managing large-scale teams or contractor environments preferred
Preferred Attributes
  • Ability to work independently and under pressure
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Adaptability in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Proactive and solution-oriented mindset
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