Permanent - Project Assistant - Johannesburg - South Africa

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning, executing, and finalising project activities as directed by the Project Manager.
• Coordinate meetings, maintain project schedules, and update project plans.
• Track project milestones and deliverables to keep team members informed and aligned.
• Help manage resources by assigning tasks to team members and coordinating with suppliers.
• Monitor orders to optimise productivity and ensure timely delivery.
• Prepare, organise, and distribute meeting agendas, minutes, and project reports.
• Support the Project Manager in drafting proposals and other project-related documentation.
• Manage communication, including emails and phone calls, with clients regarding project progress and updates.
• Inform clients on project milestones and ensure they are kept up to date.
• Prepare collection, delivery, and service notes for project-related activities.
• Assist with the loading and inspection of orders to ensure accuracy and readiness for delivery.
• Track project timelines, identify potential delays, and communicate risks to stakeholders to keep projects on schedule.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Matric
• Experience within the corporate furniture would be beneficial 
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• Proficiency in using project management tools and software is an advantage.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to evolving project requirements.