1,261 Pharmaceutical Project jobs in South Africa

From the day we opened our doors in 1971, MRI Software has built flexible, game-changing real estate software solutions to improve people’s lives. The only way to carry out that mission is to hire the absolute best employees on earth. People like you.

Work hard, play hard. Always. Our relentless commitment to client success, our employee resource groups and our promise to empower our teams to reach their full potential are a few examples of what makes MRI Software special.

And we’re insanely dedicated to creating a work environment that you look forward to every single day. That’s why we invest heavily in our employee engagement, so you enjoy the tech industry’s best perks. Together with the whole Pride, (lion roar for "family") employees, customers, and partners, we’re on a mission to break new ground and lead the real estate industry into a digital-first future.

We understand the need to provide a flexible working environment partnered with team collaboration and socialisation. Therefore, we operate a hybrid working model with 3 days of working from home per week. This role is based in the Cape Town office.

Please note, the successful candidate will be required to work UK hours, 09:00 to 17:30, Monday to Friday, and therefore will be able to take leave on UK public holidays in place of recognised South African public holidays.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Project Coordinator role is crucial to the success of MRI’s Managed Services ( M S) organi s ation. The role is part of our Operations team that primarily focuses on engagement management across our EMEA opportunities.

This is a highly visible role that supports the operational area of services through ongoing interaction s with both clients and internal colleagues . Our ideal candidate will have excellent written and oral communication skills; is highly organi s ed; flexible; is motivated by learning; and is comfortable with taking charge of engagements and managing them through to completion.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Own the post sales activ ities around setting up the project on internal systems including setting up tasks according to the engagement scope.

• Work with the MS leadership team to identify the MS delivery resource(s) and s chedule their time, whilst administer ing additions, changes and deletions in the scheduling system where needed.

• Setup Smartsheets to track, record and report on tasks carried out by the MRI delivery team.

• Issue a welcome email and a rrange kick off call with Client to review scope and deliverables .

• Setup regular calls with the MRI leads and the C lient to:

• Review actions from prior meeting .

• Discuss status of tasks on Smartsheets .

• Assess if MRI is still operating under the scope of the agreement, highlighting any risks or concerns.

• Create a delivery schedule for anticipated activities with indicative timelines throughout engagement.

• Monitor, track, and report on managed services deliverables including metrics and performance indicators.

• Maintain project RAG statuses and ensure there is no overrun (time) for engagements.

• Maintain documentation and internal systems to ensure efficient processing of engagements and all related tasks .

• Issue frequent surveys to measure client satisfaction.

• Participate and lead in lessons learned post engagement completion.

• Any other tasks as directed by MRI Leadership team.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have at least 3+ year s of experience in a BAU Project Coordination / Project Manager role and ability to d emonstrate excellent scope and timeline control .

• Must have worked in a client facing role previously.

• Must be a driver, a great communicator and know when to involve people to get tasks completed on time. Consistently meets and exceeds expected timeli nes.

• Must be moderate to expert in MS Excel and MS Office in general (formulas, formatting, pivot tables , vlookups etc).

• Strategic, tactical, and detailed oriented. Meticulous attention to detail required —places high value on order, accuracy, client satisfaction and turnaround times .

• Display professionalism and exceptional communication skills to address questions and queries promptly and effectively .

• Capability to multi-task along with a willingness to learn, develop, accept and adapt to a constant changing environment

• Great organisational and record keeping skills. The development and upkeep of processes and procedures are crucial to the success of the team .

We’re obsessed with making this the best job you’ve ever had!

We want our teams to love working here, so we’ve created some incredible perks for you to enjoy:

• We want our staff to love working here, and so we’ve created a few unique perks such as office breakfasts, quarterly lunches and virtual social events. Additionally, we value your input in your employee experience and have employee-led groups such as our DEI committee, employee resource groups such as Women and Allies, and our Pride Event Group

• Have confidence in your health with our offered Medical Aid Scheme.

• Invest in our competitive Personal Pension plan and help set you up for your future.

• Big on family? So are we! Here at MRI Software we recognise that your family is important, and being able to spend quality time with your family as it grows is a wonderful experience. Therefore, the MRI Software Parental Leave benefit is designed to give you the opportunity to spend time with your new arrival(s).

• Enjoy a fantastic work-life balance with 25 days of annual leave plus public Holidays, in addition to a bank of 16 hours of "Flex Time Off" to be used whenever and however you choose!

• Further your professional development with our Tuition Reimbursement Schemes

• Enjoy the flexibility of working from anywhere in the world for two weeks out of the year!

MRI continues to strive to amaze as a global industry leader in real estate software. Whether you are joining as a new pride member or bringing your expertise back, your talent is important to maintaining MRI’s high client experience standard and continuing our growth in the PropTech space.

Amazing growth takes amazing employees. Are you up to the challenge?

We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting remarkable candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply — we’d love to hear from you!

As a global company, we believe diversity brings benefits for our people, customers and clients. This is why MRI Software is committed to being an inclusive employer, regardless of your ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, military and veteran status.

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion are values that are critical to our success; come and see for yourself.

We are looking to recruit an Project Coordinator to work within the Information Technology department of Clicks Group Services. The role will be based at Clicks Head Office in Cape Town and will report to the PMO Manager.

Job Purpose

The ProjectCoordinator is responsible for supporting the Project Management Office by maintaining documentation, tracking project progress, managing reporting, and ensuring adherence to established project management standards. This role provides administrative and coordination support to project managers and the broader PMO team to ensure smooth project execution and governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update project documentation, templates, and registers.
• Support scheduling of meetings, workshops, and project review sessions.
• Track project milestones, deliverables, and timelines across programs.
• Prepare and distribute regular PMO reports, dashboards, and status updates.
• Manage project governance documentation such as charters, risk registers, and issue logs.
• Ensure compliance with project methodology, templates, and standards.
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding of project resources.
• Support the maintenance of the project portfolio management tool (e.g., MS Project, PPM, etc).
• Assist in budget tracking, timesheet management, and procurement processes.
• Liaise with internal departments and external vendors as required.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• 1-2 years of experience in a PMO or project support role.
• Understanding of project management methodologies
• Experience with project portfolio management tools and MS Office Suite (especially Excel and PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of document control and reporting standards.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Strong interpersonal skills and stakeholder engagement.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving.
• Proactive and self-motivated.
• Experience in retail, and/or technology environments.
• Familiarity with collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and Confluence.

MANCOSA, a DHET-registered and CHE-accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate business qualifications, has the following vacancy available.

CORE PURPOSE 

MANCOSA is seeking an organised and detail-oriented Project Coordinator to support the planning, execution, and completion of various IT-related projects. The Project Coordinator will work closely with the IT project team, managers, team members, and stakeholders to ensure all project milestones are met on time, within scope, and within budget. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organisational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

CORE FUNCTIONS

Project Planning & Coordination:

· Assist in the development of project plans, schedules, and milestones.

· Coordinate tasks and activities between project team members to ensure timelines and deliverables are met.

· Maintain detailed project documentation, including status reports, meeting minutes, risk logs, and action items.

· Ensure that project resources are utilised efficiently and in line with project objectives.

Communication & Stakeholder Management:

· Serve as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders to provide project updates and clarify project requirements.

· Schedule and organize project meetings, including preparing agendas and distributing meeting notes.

· Communicate project status, timelines, and risks to project managers and stakeholders.

Tracking & Reporting:

· Monitor project progress, identifying potential delays or risks, and escalate issues when necessary.

· Track project tasks, deadlines, and milestones using project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Asana, Jira, or Trello).

· Compile and distribute regular progress reports to stakeholders, highlighting project status, risks, and any adjustments.

Budget & Resource Management:

· Assist in managing project budgets, tracking expenses, and maintaining financial records related to the project.

· Ensure that project resources are allocated effectively and that project tasks are completed within budget.

Documentation & Compliance:

· Maintain and organise project-related documents, ensuring all materials are up to date and accessible to team members.

· Ensure that all project activities comply with internal and external standards and regulations.

· Identify project risks and work with the project team to mitigate them.

· Assist in the resolution of project issues by collaborating with the appropriate team members or escalating when necessary.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with individuals at all levels of the organisation.

· Previous experience in technical support or customer service.

· Ability to convey technical information in a user-friendly manner.

· Analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Commitment to providing excellent customer service and ensuring user satisfaction.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATION (S)

· Relevant qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.

· Experience in a Higher Education Institution or similar/related field will be advantageous.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

· Be able to work during weekends and after hours if required

Project Coordinator

Permanent

Gauteng

Overview

We are a Supply Chain and Sales & Merchandising partner adding value to your business through a fully integrated, temperature-controlled network in Southern Africa.

But we are also more than that. We are people serving people. While we boast the best in tech and infrastructure, our people are our greatest resource. With our skilled, curious, can-do people at the forefront, our assets become your assets, our service your solutions.

Vector’s vehicle fleet includes a food industry first in ‘multi-temperature’ vehicles enabling the company to service business across frozen, chilled and ambient temperature zones on a single delivery.

Job Purpose

• Is responsible for directing, organizing and controlling project activities of varying size and complexity under the direction of the Finance Manager.
• Coordinating the projects and all matters related to the project content and to ensure effective flow of information between stakeholders.
  
• Prepare reports for PSD and CSD.

Key Responsibilities

Communicating with team members and stakeholders from project conception through to completion

• Point of contact for PSD projects within the finance team.
• Attend project related meetings and co-ordinates project action points to completion as the PSD representative.
• Assist with determining project requirements.
• Prepares reports for management and ensures regular communication flow according to the stakeholder analysis.
• Continuous evaluation of project activities and reporting on project progress.
• To track the progress and quality of work on existing projects and add value to the reporting requirements.
• Communicate ideas for improving company processes with a positive and constructive attitude.
• Assist the Finance Manager with consolidation of reporting for PSD and CSD on cash flow forecasts, claims aging, risk items and swell allowance reconciliations.
• Project work that includes but is not limited to: Principal take-on, automation of reconciliations, fixing of system issues, preparation of training manuals and procedures, and documentation of the PSD models, systems, and processes.
  

Estimating the effort, cost, and time it will take to deliver a project and evaluating whether the benefits of the projects will justify the project

• Research alternatives to the action plan.
• Implement the agreed action plan to the agreed standards and deadlines.
• Continuously track and evaluate the progress on current projects to ensure that project targets and deadlines are met.

To integrate the project as part of current system / procedure

• Training and guidance to new team members.
• User guides.
• Support and training on system changes to current team members.

Accounting for progress and productivity to provide accurate forecast of project completion dates

• Regular follow ups and tracking.
• Share with and report relevant data and information to management teams to enable reliable business decision-making.

Teamwork and Self-Management

• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritizing, and self-development.
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met, the potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution.
• Support and drive the business core values.
• Manage colleagues and client’s expectations and communicate appropriately.
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.
• Champion training and development of self and others through utilizing available training opportunities.

• Participate in and drive regular performance appraisals and ensure that own targets and goals are clear and achievable.

KPI’s

• Projects completed by priority and agreed date.

Key Relationships

Internal

• All controllers, supervisors and managers.
• Support office team.
• Customer team.
• Debtors team.
• IT team.
• Identified stakeholders.

External

• Developers, customers and principals.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required for the Job

Qualifications and Experience

• BCom Degree in related field.
  
• At least 3 years’ experience in Finance environment.

Skills and Competencies:

Behavior Standards

• Be brilliant at the basics.
  
• Face the brutal facts.
  
• Smash the silos.
  
• Lead with integrity, respect and energy.
  
• Be curious and challenge change.
  
• Take accountability for results and people.
  

Knowledge

• Project scheduling and control tools.
  
• MS Projects.
  
• Department system and processes.
  
• SAP.
  
• Power BI.
  

Skills

• Verbal and written communication.
  
• Interpersonal.
  
• Logical thinking.
  
• Problem solving.
  
• Time management.
  

Attributes

• Analytical.
  
• Systematic.
  
• Excellent planning skills.
  
• Perseveres.
  
• Acts and reacts in an honest manner.
  
• Deadline driven.
  
• Creates atmosphere that encourages others to grow and thrive.
  
• Good communication skills.
  
• Confident.
  
• Able to see the bigger picture.
  

We look forward to hearing from you!

• Assist in the development of project execution plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Coordinate pre-construction activities including site assessments, permit applications, and contractor onboarding.
• Maintain project documentation including meeting minutes, schedules, and progress reports.
  
  

• Act as a liaison between internal teams (e.g., Operations, Technical Standards, Finance) and external team members (e.g., contractors, consultants, local authorities).
• Facilitate regular project meetings and ensure timely communication of updates, risks, and changes.
  
  

• Monitor site progress and ensure alignment with project milestones and safety protocols.
• Support the Construction Manager in managing contractor performance and resolving on-site issues.
• Track and process change orders, RFIs, and contractor submittals.
  
  

• Track project expenditures and assist in cost forecasting and reporting.
• Identify potential delays or cost overruns and escalate to the Construction Manager with recommended actions.
  
  

• Ensure all construction activities comply with company standards, local regulations, and HSSE requirements.
• Support audits, inspections, and quality assurance processes.
  
  

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency in MS Project, Excel, and document control systems.
• Working knowledge of construction drawings, contracts, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to lead multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

• Diploma, Degree or equivalent experience in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
  
  

• 4 years' experience in construction or project coordination (retail or fuel station environment advantageous)
• Understanding of construction project lifecycles and retail fit-out timelines
• Familiarity with health & safety, and environmental compliance processes
  
  

Centurion, South Africa | Posted on 17/06/2025

Infolytics is a proudly South African-based award winning Zoho Partner, with a regional presence in Zimbabwe and clients across the globe. We specialize in helping businesses of all sizes unlock their full potential through expert guidance in the discovery, selection, implementation, training, and long-term optimization of Zoho’s powerful web and mobile applications.

With over 200 successful projects delivered across more than eight countries, we bring deep experience and unwavering commitment to every engagement. No matter where you are, we're ready to support your digital transformation journey—because for us, no challenge is too great and no distance too far.

As a Project Coordinator at Infolytics, you will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of Zoho implementation projects for our clients in South Africa and beyond. You will work closely with cross-functional teams—consultants, developers, trainers, and support specialists—to ensure every project is delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. By applying leading project management methodologies, you will help our clients leverage Zoho’s suite of cloud-based applications to optimize their business processes and achieve tangible ROI.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Execution:

Define project scope, objectives, and success criteria in alignment with client requirements and Infolytics’ methodologies.

Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocations to ensure timely project delivery.

2. Stakeholder Management:

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring clarity in communication and timely delivery of status updates.

Collaborate with internal teams (implementation, training, support) to align project goals and manage inter-dependencies.

Scheduling stakeholder meetings and facilitating communication amongst all key stakeholders throughout the project life cycle.

Proactively identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Monitor, track, and address project issues, escalating where necessary to maintain project objectives.

4. Budget & Resource Management:

Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure cost-effectiveness.

Assisting with resource scheduling so that team members have the resources they need to complete their tasks.

5. Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement:

Ensure projects adhere to Infolytics’ quality standards and best practices throughout the project lifecycle.

Collect feedback and implement improvements to enhance future project outcomes.

6. Documentation & Reporting:

Maintain comprehensive project documentation, such as the project plan/outline, budget, schedule or SOW, as directed by the Project Manager or Head of Commercial.

Creating project progress/status reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Present key project metrics, lessons learned, and performance evaluations to leadership and clients.

Motivate and guide cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and open communication.

Promote Infolytics’ values, mission, and vision in day-to-day interactions and decision-making.

1. Educational Background & Experience

Bachelor’s degree or a Higher Certificate in Project Management, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.

3+ years of hands-on experience in project management (preferably in technology consulting or software implementation).

2. Technical & Domain Expertise

Proven track record managing SaaS or cloud-based software implementation projects (Zoho experience is highly advantageous).

Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid approaches).

Knowledge of CRM, ERP, or similar business software systems is a plus.

Working knowledge of project management software (Zoho Projects, ClickUp, Monday.com or similar)

3. Certification & Skills

Project Management Professional (PMP), PRINCE2, or similar certification preferred.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

4. Soft Skills & Attributes

Strong collaboration abilities with a focus on teamwork.

A proactive, self-driven approach to delivering high-quality outcomes.

Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, changing environment and manage multiple priorities.

5. Work Ethic & Adaptability

• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and driven to learn new technologies.
  
• Organized and capable of managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
  

1. Professional Growth

• Access to training programs on Zoho solutions and emerging project management methodologies.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a rapidly growing organization.

2. Work-Life Balance

• Hybrid or flexible work arrangements (subject to project requirements).
  
• A supportive, team-oriented environment that values open communication, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Regular team-building events, knowledge-sharing sessions, and off site company workshops.

4. Meaningful Impact

• Contribute directly to the success of African businesses by delivering solutions that drive efficiency, cost savings, and organizational growth.
• Be part of a mission-driven team striving to become Africa’s leading business process automation solutions provider.

Why Join Infolytics?

At Infolytics, you will be part of a passionate team dedicated to helping organizations optimize their operations using Zoho’s powerful suite of applications. Our emphasis on collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer success ensures that every project you lead contributes to real, measurable growth for both our clients and our company. If you are an organized, detail-oriented, and people-focused professional with a drive to lead transformative projects, we would love to hear from you!

Santam Segment Solutions is seeking a Project Coordinator to join their team. This position is based in Sandton, Johannesburg.

Finance Support Functions:

• Assist in coordinating, compiling and communicating various activities relating to Budgeting activities.
• Assist in coordinating, compiling and communicating various activities relating to Forecasting activities.
• Monthly checking and reconciliations in relation to BUSINESS UNIT Line of Business reporting.
• Investigating variances and dealing with queries.
• Tracking and reporting on Expense variances.
• Involvement in tracking and remediating issues relating to Credit Control functions impacting Age Analysis and Cancellation Reserve.
• All of the above will require building and maintaining close relationships and collaboration with our Santam Broker Solutions Finance colleagues.

Project Support Functions:

• Project management (accurate budgeting, actuals tracking, forecast projections, monitoring and control of expenses, invoicing, journals, general ledger queries and payments).
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including project plans, task lists, progress reports, and meeting minutes.
• Create various dashboards and presentations.
• Assist the team in planning, organising, and executing project activities, ensuring adherence to project timelines, objectives, and scope.
• Understand and champion the strategic and holistic needs of the business unit.
• Assist with Change Management requirements and activities as needed.
• Schedule and organise meetings and workshops.
• All of the above will require building and maintaining relationships with our Business Change colleagues.

Other Operational Responsibilities:

• Produce and distribute routine and ad-hoc reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist with any Regulatory, Risk or Governance activities that fall within the Ops Team’s area of responsibility (e.g., incident logging and tracking, preparing stats for COB reporting, Business Continuity Plans, activities supporting Internal and External audits, Due Diligence requirements and processes).
• Participate/assist with Data Audits.
• Support with creation of process flows and SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures).
• Assist with any activities relating to VOX (Voice of Experience) surveys.
• Update business unit operational directives.

General Administration:

• Arrange and/or attend meetings (internal and/or external) as and when required.
• Attend to daily administrative routine tasks in accordance with organisational standards, processes and procedures.
• Attend to the production of general correspondence if and when necessary.
• Managing set-up and maintenance of MS Teams Groups and Channels.

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
• 3 - 5 years experience in the Insurance Industry
• Ability to engage at Senior Management level
• Excellent MS Excel knowledge and Experience (Advanced Level)
• PowerPoint knowledge and experience (Advanced Level)

• Strong analytical skills and logical reasoning
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong client service orientation
• Ability to work under pressure
• Deadline driven
• Planning and organising
• Learning and researching
• Applying expertise and technology
• Problem-solving skills
• Self-Confidence & Assertiveness
• Pro-active approach
• Producing innovative solutions
• Adapting to changing environment
• Excellent Communication/interpersonal skills
• Adhering to principles and values
• Working well in diverse environment
• Delivering results and managing customer expectations
• A commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Santam is the market leader in the general insurance industry in Southern Africa. We are a large, diversified, expanding and transforming company and whilst based in South Africa, we are rapidly moving into a number of emerging markets, both in Africa and Asia.

Our success is rooted in our passion for our clients and everything we do is centered on our delivery of Insurance Good and Proper. We’re about people. People drive our business so it follows that we want to recruit the best people possible whether they work for us permanently or for a short time as temporary employees.

At Santam we are committed to transformation and embracing diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse workplace with employment equity as a key goal to create an inclusive workforce, representative of the demographics of our society. In achieving our employment equity goals we give preference to applicants from the designated groups in alignment with the Divisions Employment Equity targets.

• Developing project plans, timelines, and coordination for transformer and substation manufacturing projects.
• Coordinate with internal departments (engineering, production, procurement, and quality control) to ensure smooth workflow.
• Monitor project schedules and track progress to ensure deadlines are met.
• Filing various documentation for the projects (HSE, Route Surveys, Test Results, Payment Milestones, Delivery Notes, etc.)

• Serve as a key point of contact between clients, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Communicate project status, milestones, and any potential risks to stakeholders.
• Ensure customer requirements are accurately captured and communicated to the production team.
• Give our stakeholders updates on the projects and how they are tracking

• Work with procurement to ensure timely sourcing of raw materials, components, and sub-assemblies.
• Track inventory levels to prevent delays in production due to material shortages.
• Stay ahead of any delay and act accordingly if any are expected (delay notifications, early warnings, etc.)

• Ensure all projects comply with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies (share documents accordingly)
• Support quality assurance processes to maintain high manufacturing standards for transformers and substations.

• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Address and resolve issues that may arise during production, testing, or delivery.

• Maintain detailed records of project progress, costs, and challenges.
• Prepare reports for management, highlighting key achievements and potential bottlenecks.
• Document lessons learned for continuous improvement in project execution.

• Ensure timely dispatch and delivery of finished transformers and substations to clients.
• Coordinate with transport and logistics teams to avoid delays and optimize delivery schedules.

• The candidate will be required to do work outside of the job description from time to time
• Work closely with the project coordinator to ensure all deadlines are met and plan for the upcoming week, more internal focus and less customer facing initially