7 Project Liaison jobs in South Africa

Our client, a global leader delivering innovative solutions, seeks a dynamic and motivated team member to join their high-performing team. The successful candidate will work in a hybrid or office environment, collaborating with a diverse global team to drive results, foster innovation, and contribute to a culture of inclusion and opportunity. Join our client on a 12-month graduate program designed to kickstart your career.

What you will gain :

• This programme is designed for passionate graduates who seek training and mentorship from a skilled global team.
• Gain structured, fun and brilliant mentoring while you learn.

What you will be doing :

• Join our client's dynamic 2025 Graduate Program, a 12-month journey of learning and growth.
• Take an active role in managing and developing exciting new projects.
• Handle finance tasks including work packages, invoices, purchase orders, and financial reporting.
• Support managers with administrative tasks, event planning, bookings, and expenses.

What our client is looking for :

• Relevant Tertiary qualification (Degree in Finance and Administration preferred).
• Exposure to Accounting or Finance is beneficial.
• Advanced skills in Excel (ability to maintain complex spreadsheets) and PowerPoint.
• Proficiency in English for business communication.

Work Type :

• Enjoy a hybrid work model, with 3 days a week at the office in Cape Town or Centurion.

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Application period: 09-May-2024 to 26-May-2024

Functional Responsibilities:

• Full compliance with UNOPS rules and regulations of project management, financial processes, financial records and reports, and audit follow-up, human resources management, procurement processes; implementation of the effective internal control framework.
• Support all aspects of project implementation and service delivery in full compliance with UNOPS rules and regulations; monitor progress for all project agreements under his/her responsibility, anticipating operational and budgetary issues and taking pre-emptive action.
• Provide operational, budgetary, and financial guidance to project personnel.
• Initiate procurement of goods or services by requesting quotations or proposals, examining cost estimates, evaluating cost-effectiveness and compliance with provisions contained in the UNOPS Procurement Manual and related guidelines. Actively follow up from procurement award to contract issuance and management.
• Support in verification of accuracy of transactions and completeness of documentation.
• Initiate action and certification for approval at the higher level as may be required. Monitor expenditures, regularly inform supervisor and clients of budget status and any need to reallocate resources to meet objectives.
• Prepare project budgets, including budget revisions in consultation with the Finance Team, regular analysis and reporting on the budget situation; monitor expenditures against budget allotments and report on variances.
• Track, maintain, and report on assets and non-expendable property and equipment and ensure that physical verification of assets and equipment is performed on a regular schedule, and that any discrepancies are fully investigated and resolved.
• Monitor project expenditure and liaise closely with Finance to ensure all necessary budget functions are performed and funds are utilized in time.
• Routinely monitor financial reports in oneUNOPS for unusual activities, transactions, and investigate anomalies or unusual transactions related to the project.
• Support the recruitment, training, supervision, management, and deployment of international and national personnel in liaison with HR at various levels to projects.
• Ensure that requisitions are created according to projects’ requirements within the budget line limits in liaison with the Logistics & Procurement Units.
• Liaise with the Procurement Unit for purchase orders, contracts, and payment requests.
• Clear payment requests prior to submission to the Finance Unit.
• Provide support to Project Manager in the preparation of work plans, project documents, and project proposals where required.
• Provide reporting and information on project status and lead the project closure process.
• Maintain accurate data and information to facilitate monitoring and evaluation of project and service activities, and to institutionalize and disseminate knowledge.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience/Language Requirements:

• Education:
• Advanced University Degree (Masters Equivalent) is required.
• A first-level university degree or high school diploma in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• Professional certification in accounting is an asset.

• Work Experience:
• Between 1 and 7 years (depending on level of education) of continuous experience in administrative and financial project support.
• Knowledge of UNOPS ERP is an asset.
• Knowledge of the regulations and policies of UNOPS is an asset.

• Language Skills:
• Fluency in oral and written French and English is required.

Think big. Meet challenges head-on. Help people build better lives. UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunities. Our workforce is made up of people from varied nationalities, cultures, and races. They speak a range of languages and have different gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. We encourage women and candidates from underrepresented groups in UNOPS to apply. These include candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. Click apply and join us!

Remarks: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

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Application period: 09-May-2024 to 26-May-2024 Functional Responsibilities: Full compliance with UNOPS rules and regulations of project management, financial processes, financial records and reports, and audit follow-up, human resources management, procurement processes; implementation of the effective internal control framework. Support all aspects of project implementation and service delivery in full compliance with UNOPS rules and regulations; monitor progress for all project agreements under his/her responsibility, anticipating operational and budgetary issues and taking pre-emptive action. Provide operational, budgetary, and financial guidance to project personnel. Initiate procurement of goods or services by requesting quotations or proposals, examining cost estimates, evaluating cost-effectiveness and compliance with provisions contained in the UNOPS Procurement Manual and related guidelines. Actively follow up from procurement award to contract issuance and management. Support in verification of accuracy of transactions and completeness of documentation. Initiate action and certification for approval at the higher level as may be required. Monitor expenditures, regularly inform supervisor and clients of budget status and any need to reallocate resources to meet objectives. Prepare project budgets, including budget revisions in consultation with the Finance Team, regular analysis and reporting on the budget situation; monitor expenditures against budget allotments and report on variances. Track, maintain, and report on assets and non-expendable property and equipment and ensure that physical verification of assets and equipment is performed on a regular schedule, and that any discrepancies are fully investigated and resolved. Monitor project expenditure and liaise closely with Finance to ensure all necessary budget functions are performed and funds are utilized in time. Routinely monitor financial reports in one UNOPS for unusual activities, transactions, and investigate anomalies or unusual transactions related to the project. Support the recruitment, training, supervision, management, and deployment of international and national personnel in liaison with HR at various levels to projects. Ensure that requisitions are created according to projects’ requirements within the budget line limits in liaison with the Logistics & Procurement Units. Liaise with the Procurement Unit for purchase orders, contracts, and payment requests. Clear payment requests prior to submission to the Finance Unit. Provide support to Project Manager in the preparation of work plans, project documents, and project proposals where required. Provide reporting and information on project status and lead the project closure process. Maintain accurate data and information to facilitate monitoring and evaluation of project and service activities, and to institutionalize and disseminate knowledge. Any other duties as assigned. Education/Experience/Language Requirements: Education: Advanced University Degree (Masters Equivalent) is required. A first-level university degree or high school diploma in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Professional certification in accounting is an asset. Work Experience: Between 1 and 7 years (depending on level of education) of continuous experience in administrative and financial project support. Knowledge of UNOPS ERP is an asset. Knowledge of the regulations and policies of UNOPS is an asset. Language Skills: Fluency in oral and written French and English is required. Think big. Meet challenges head-on. Help people build better lives. UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunities. Our workforce is made up of people from varied nationalities, cultures, and races. They speak a range of languages and have different gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. We encourage women and candidates from underrepresented groups in UNOPS to apply. These include candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. Click apply and join us! Remarks: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Over the last decade, Webrepublic has grown from an ambitious startup into Switzerland’s leading digital agency. More recently, Webrepublic has launched a subsidiary in South Africa to work hand-in-hand with our HQ in Switzerland. Our team in Cape Town has grown, and we are now looking for an IT Project Management Support to expand our local presence into a large-scale operation.

As an IT Project Management support , you will support our Head of IT in driving the successful implementation, optimisation, and integration of our Monopoly systems landscape. This role will be central in managing the delivery of the various workstreams, orchestrating cross-functional collaboration, ensuring seamless use of the tool landscape across our agency, and aligning system capabilities with business goals.
You will work closely with IT, Finance, HR, and client service teams to improve workflows, data accuracy, and reporting capabilities while keeping an eye on user adoption and change management.
Success in this role means driving user adoption, managing cross-functional project dependencies, and ensuring that systems not only go live but deliver measurable value to internal teams.

Key responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Head of Information, Infrastructure and Security services , your duties and responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

• Plan, coordinate, and monitor ongoing implementation activities across Projektron BCS, BLP, and Abacus systems,
• Implement standardized project management-, reporting- and communication capabilities for all key projects and the portfolio of strategic projects under your management
• Define rollout strategies, success metrics and milestones in collaboration with the Head of IT and other key stakeholders,
• Drive cross-functional tasks and resource planning ensuring alignment, clarity, and accountability across teams,
• Monitor project performance against timelines, budgets, and KPIs - escalating risks and resolving issues proactively,
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions within the project team,
• Monitor & communicate project budgets, timelines, and risks - ensuring project transparency,
• Ensure and facilitate system changes, new workflows and process adaptations are documented to support traceability and knowledge transfer.

Qualifications and Skills

As an ideal candidate, you must have the following:

• 3+ years of experience in project management, ideally in IT, operations, or systems implementation,
• Strong understanding of project management principles (e.g., Agile, PRINCE2, or similar),
• Proven track record in cross-departmental coordination and stakeholder management,
• High level of proficiency with project management software,
• Strong planning and scheduling capabilities, including task breakdowns, effort estimation, and resource load balancing,
• Excellent organizational, documentation, and communication skills,
• Working knowledge of ERP, HR, and finance systems, such as Abacus, SAP, Oracle, or similar - experience with Projektron BCS and BLP is a strong advantage,

• Working knowledge of:

  • ERP, HR, and finance systems, such as Abacus, SAP, Oracle, or similar,
  • Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, Scrum Master),

• Nice to have:

  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced and creative agency environment,
  • Familiarity with marketing agency workflows (time tracking, client billing, resource planning),
  • Experience with Projektron BCS and BLP is a strong advantage,
  • Experience in working in distributed global environments or in an operational support competence centre,
  • knowledge of German language.

What we offer

On our side, we offer.

• a dynamic work environment fostering personal growth and development,
• opportunities to work on exciting projects with leading global brands,
• learning from Subject Matter Experts across all digital marketing disciplines,
• flat hierarchies and short decision paths, being part of a young, dynamic, and international team,
• exposure to disciplines beyond your own skill set,
• a vibrant office space in Cape Town and a flexible work environment (hybrid work),
• a very competitive compensation package.

Are you interested?

We look forward to receiving your online application with your CV, portfolio and references.

Webrepublic is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We will give preference to previously disadvantaged individuals.

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Over the last decade, Webrepublic has grown from an ambitious startup into Switzerland’s leading digital agency. More recently, Webrepublic has launched a subsidiary in South Africa to work hand-in-hand with our HQ in Switzerland. Our team in Cape Town has grown, and we are now looking for an IT Project Management Support to expand our local presence into a large-scale operation. As an IT Project Management support , you will support our Head of IT in driving the successful implementation, optimisation, and integration of our Monopoly systems landscape. This role will be central in managing the delivery of the various workstreams, orchestrating cross-functional collaboration, ensuring seamless use of the tool landscape across our agency, and aligning system capabilities with business goals.You will work closely with IT, Finance, HR, and client service teams to improve workflows, data accuracy, and reporting capabilities while keeping an eye on user adoption and change management.Success in this role means driving user adoption, managing cross-functional project dependencies, and ensuring that systems not only go live but deliver measurable value to internal teams. Key responsibilities Reporting directly to the Head of Information, Infrastructure and Security services , your duties and responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to: Plan, coordinate, and monitor ongoing implementation activities across Projektron BCS, BLP, and Abacus systems, Implement standardized project management-, reporting- and communication capabilities for all key projects and the portfolio of strategic projects under your management Define rollout strategies, success metrics and milestones in collaboration with the Head of IT and other key stakeholders, Drive cross-functional tasks and resource planning ensuring alignment, clarity, and accountability across teams, Monitor project performance against timelines, budgets, and KPIs - escalating risks and resolving issues proactively, Facilitate workshops and training sessions within the project team, Monitor & communicate project budgets, timelines, and risks - ensuring project transparency, Ensure and facilitate system changes, new workflows and process adaptations are documented to support traceability and knowledge transfer. Qualifications and Skills As an ideal candidate, you must have the following: 3+ years of experience in project management, ideally in IT, operations, or systems implementation, Strong understanding of project management principles (e.g., Agile, PRINCE2, or similar), Proven track record in cross-departmental coordination and stakeholder management, High level of proficiency with project management software, Strong planning and scheduling capabilities, including task breakdowns, effort estimation, and resource load balancing, Excellent organizational, documentation, and communication skills, Working knowledge of ERP, HR, and finance systems, such as Abacus, SAP, Oracle, or similar - experience with Projektron BCS and BLP is a strong advantage, Working knowledge of: ERP, HR, and finance systems, such as Abacus, SAP, Oracle, or similar, Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, Scrum Master), Nice to have: Comfortable working in a fast-paced and creative agency environment, Familiarity with marketing agency workflows (time tracking, client billing, resource planning), Experience with Projektron BCS and BLP is a strong advantage, Experience in working in distributed global environments or in an operational support competence centre, knowledge of German language. What we offer On our side, we offer. a dynamic work environment fostering personal growth and development, opportunities to work on exciting projects with leading global brands, learning from Subject Matter Experts across all digital marketing disciplines, flat hierarchies and short decision paths, being part of a young, dynamic, and international team, exposure to disciplines beyond your own skill set, a vibrant office space in Cape Town and a flexible work environment (hybrid work), a very competitive compensation package. Are you interested? We look forward to receiving your online application with your CV, portfolio and references. Webrepublic is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We will give preference to previously disadvantaged individuals. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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WHO WE ARE

TransPerfect Gaming is a global team of passionate gamers offering world-class player support, community management, testing, localization, cybersecurity, co-development and more.

Valuing innovation and teamwork, we're driven by our love of gaming. Our mission is to make every game enjoyable as our teams break language barriers and develop inclusive player communities.

Together, we can create immersive experiences that resonate with players worldwide.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Are you passionate about games and project management? Do you have the strategic mind and leadership skills to ensure the success of a large 24/7 team covering over 10 languages? As a Player Support Project Manager at TransPerfect Gaming, you will be key to maintaining our high standards and fostering a positive team atmosphere.

Your role will include striving to improve team performance and ensuring strong KPIs, with a focus on CSAT, QA, and productivity. You will also manage client expectations to exceed their needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reporting & Analytics : Design, maintain, and deliver regular Google Sheets based reports and agent journals covering quality, productivity, and player satisfaction.
• Client Relations : Serve as the main point of contact, ensuring client satisfaction through high-level communication and providing actionable insights.
• Team Leadership : Lead by example, training managers by demonstrating best practices. Oversee and coordinate all team members involved in your projects.
• Performance Management : Regularly review team performance through one-on-one feedback sessions. Utilise performance data to identify and nurture future leaders.
• Recruitment & Training : Select, interview, and onboard new team members at all levels. Set criteria for and supervise project tests and training programs.
• Process Improvement : Actively seek and implement methods to enhance project efficiency. Recommend new tools, processes, or policies to boost overall performance.
• Risk Management : Develop and implement solutions for potential challenges identified through project data. Advise on operational risks and capacity issues.
• Documentation : Ensure all project information is meticulously documented and clearly communicated to clients.
• Stakeholder Collaboration : Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align project goals and ensure successful outcomes.
• Technology Integration : Stay updated with the latest technologies and tools in the gaming industry to incorporate innovative solutions into the support process.
• Budget Management : Effectively manage project budgets to ensure cost-efficiency while maintaining high quality.
• Crisis Management : Promptly handle escalations and crisis situations to maintain client trust and project stability.
• Compliance & Security : Ensure all support processes comply with relevant legal, regulatory, and security requirements to protect client and player data.

THE IDEAL PROFILE

• A deep passion for mobile games with a solid understanding of how gaming communities work.
• Highly skilled in Zendesk, Google Workspace, Discord, Teams, and Slack.
• At least 3 years in a similar management role with proven experience managing teams of over 50 members.
• Comprehensive understanding of GDPR and data privacy regulations within team operations and client interactions.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve high CSAT levels through effective team management and client relations.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and strong analytical abilities, with experience in designing, maintaining, and delivering detailed reports using Google Sheets.
• Exceptional leadership skills to inspire and manage a large, remote team and excellent communication abilities for managing client relationships.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic, high-pressure environment.
• Experience managing a multilingual team operating 24/7, with the ability to adapt to changing environments efficiently.

WHY JOIN US?

• Be part of an award-winning, multilingual gaming services company.
• Enjoy the flexibility of remote work while staying connected to a dynamic team.
• Work on exciting projects with some of the leading game developers in the industry.
• Opportunities for career growth and development in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
• Foster a positive team atmosphere that encourages growth and success.

Interested? Then we want to hear from you!

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• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

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• Employment type Full-time

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• Job function Quality Assurance
• Industries Translation and Localization

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