25 Project Support Specialist jobs in South Africa

• To enable Efficient day-to-day management of all designated Telco functions as per standard procedures (SLA procedures).
• To ensure achievement of relevant tasks, dates and objectives
  Limit revenue losses within the Telco environment.
• Recommend strategies to improve service levels & implementation time frames.
• To ensure High level customer expectations are met within the timeframes set.
• To Ensure a positive and helpful attitude to all stake holders always.
• To Ensure effective communications between Planner and Co-Ordinators always.
• Effective management of situations that fall outside of the teams direct control.
  

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• Microsoft Excel
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• Written and Verbal skills
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel

• Grade 12
• 2 Years in a telecommunications / ISP technical environment
• 2 Years of customer service experience

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Job Description:

Are you a dynamic finance professional with a passion for operational excellence and project delivery within the asset management or fund operations space? My client is seeking a Fund Operations Project Specialist to join their high-performing team and support the development, implementation, and ongoing optimisation of their fund operations strategy.

Recruiter:

West Coast Personnel

Job Ref:

CPT000487/MM

Date posted:

Friday, July 4, 2025

Location:

Claremont, South Africa

Salary:

R37 500.00 Monthly

SUMMARY:

Job Description:

Are you a dynamic finance professional with a passion for operational excellence and project delivery within the asset management or fund operations space? My client is seeking a Fund Operations Project Specialist to join their high-performing team and support the development, implementation, and ongoing optimisation of their fund operations strategy.

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The successful candidate will be instrumental in driving projects, improving operational processes, ensuring compliance, and collaborating across departments to support the launch and maintenance of fund solutions.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

• Project Development & Implementation
• Support the execution of the collective investment strategy and product solutionÂ
• Identify process inefficiencies and assist in streamlining operations
• QA, document and sign-off on new specifications and operational changes
• Collaborate on launching new funds and portfolio enhancements
• Drive compliance with regulatory changes affecting operations
• Operational Support
• Manage supplemental deeds, ASISA mandates, and related fund documentation
• Implement agreements and deal terms with external managers and providers
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Build strong relationships with internal teams (Compliance, Legal, Actuarial, IT, etc.)
• Liaise with external stakeholders (Trustees, Custodians, FSCA, ASISA, brokers, and system providers like Bloomberg, Morningstar, etc.)
  
  

• BCom degree (Honours / Postgraduate Diploma in Finance preferable)
• Minimum 5 yearsâ experience in a similar fund operations role
• Experience with Collective Investment Schemes (CIS) and Portfolio Administration
• Exposure to LISP platforms is advantageous
• Strong background in financial services, particularly asset management operations
• Proven experience in project implementation within a regulated environment
• Familiarity with compliance and regulatory frameworks (e.g. FSCA, ASISA)
• Highly analytical with excellent problem-solving abilities
• Strong organisational and leadership skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong business acumen and risk awareness
• Efficiency-driven with a meticulous eye for detail
• A collaborative team player with a proactive mindset
  
  
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Finance and Sales
• Industries Advertising Services

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Overview:

Our client in the automotive industry is looking to employ a Project Specialist to manage projects and the implementation continuous improvement initiatives to plant, equipment and processes to optimise utilisation of organisational resources.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Bachelor’s Bachelor’s Degree / National Diploma: Business and Project Management or Engineering
• Must have a recognized qualification from a registered institution (such as PMI) in the field of Project Management
• Minimum 3 years in a Project Management role in the Automotive Industry

Key Performance Areas:

Project Initiation

• Identify opportunities for improvements with internal and external customers and propose alternative solutions
• Conduct project feasibility studies to establish the viability of proposed projects
• Contribute to project initiation, scope definition and scope change control
• Participate in the estimation and preparation of cost budgets for projects or sub projects and monitor and control actual cost against budget

Project Planning

• Schedule project activities to facilitate effective project execution
• Monitor, evaluate and communicate project schedules
• Collate all project information (Drawings, specifications, data, special instructions, etc.)

Design and Drawing

• Plan and determine drawing requirements to produce engineering drawings
• Use CAD computer programmes as a design tool to produce drawings to specifications

Project Management

• Supervise a project team of a developmental, technical or small project to deliver project objectives
• Identify, suggest and implement corrective actions to improve quality of project work
• Raise requests for samples and update the sample request register
• Oversee/produce initial product samples
• Commission machines and equipment or pilot and test new/existing products

Project Administration

• Plan, organise and support project meetings and workshops
• Provide procurement administration support to projects

Policies and Procedures

• Initiate and approve Project Policies, Procedures, Protocols, Work Instructions, Codes of Practice, etc.

Continuous Improvement

• Conduct Research & Development of new/existing technologies/plant/products
• Implement Continuous Improvement initiatives:
• Kaizen
• Six Sigma
• Standardised Work
• VA/VE (Value Added/Value Engineered)

Reporting

Compile Project Reports and Presentations

Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together…one story at a time.

With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.

To deliver project management administrative support services through the execution of predefined objectives as per agreed standard operating procedures (SOPs).

• Project administrative activities: Performing project-related administrative tasks such as maintaining information files, completing project documentation, and processing paperwork.
• Quality assurance: Maintain a desired level of quality in a service or product, especially by means of attention to every stage of the process of delivery or production.
• Meeting deadlines: Complete tasks in a timely manner.

National Diplomas and Advanced Certificates in Business, Commerce, and Management Studies (Required).

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards the achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.

Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised.

As a Junior Specialist: Project Management , you’ll play a key role in delivering impactful Corporate Citizenship initiatives. Working closely with cross-functional teams and external partners, you’ll help drive programmes that empower young people through education, skills development, and access to earning opportunities.

This position combines coordination and creativity — you’ll need to be organised, adaptable, and ready to take initiative. We’re looking for someone who’s passionate about making a difference, thrives in fast-paced environments, and brings a problem-solving mindset to everything they do. If you’re eager to grow your career while contributing to meaningful social impact, we’d love to have you on our team.

INFORMATION REQUIRED

JOB DESCRIPTION INFORMATION

Job Title:

Junior Specialist: Project Management

Business Unit:

Duration:

6 months

Work Location:

Onsite

More about the Area & Team:

Corporate Citizenship/Project Management is mandated to deliver on the corporate social responsibility imperatives of the company. The function delivers on Socio-Economic Development, Consumer Education, the CSI Empowerment Trust, and Colleague Volunteerism Programmes.

More about the project:

• Problem to solve
• Attractive Tech exposure

To provide day-to-day management and coordination of Corporate Citizenship initiatives, focusing on preparing young people with the education, skills, and experience needed to access earning opportunities.

Job Description / Responsibilities:

Project Execution and Management

• Support the programmes team in all aspects of the project lifecycle.
• Initial screening of funding proposals for grant making.
• Support for contract management, onboarding project partners, and close-out.
• Monitoring and reporting – ensure project partner compliance with project milestones; this includes collating and reviewing partner reports to provide input into quarterly reports. Identify and resolve project issues.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements in the delivery of programmes.

Stakeholder Management

• Manage relationships with stakeholders – this includes communicating with programme partners.
• Nurture collaborative relationships across business areas and across the group.

Communication

• Support in the collation of data for reporting and communicating Citizenship efforts.

Background and experience required:

• Industry experience.
• At least 4 years of experience in Citizenship, Development Sector, or similar environment in Financial Services, Corporate Affairs, NGO, or Public Sectors.

Must-have Skills (Mandatory Skills):

• Problem-solving skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills.

As a Junior Specialist: Project Management , you’ll play a key role in delivering impactful Corporate Citizenship initiatives. Working closely with cross-functional teams and external partners, you’ll help drive programmes that empower young people through education, skills development, and access to earning opportunities.

This position combines coordination and creativity — you’ll need to be organised, adaptable, and ready to take initiative. We’re looking for someone who’s passionate about making a difference, thrives in fast-paced environments, and brings a problem-solving mindset to everything they do. If you’re eager to grow your career while contributing to meaningful social impact, we’d love to have you on our team.

Information Required

JOB DESCRIPTION INFORMATION

Job Title

Junior Specialist: Project management

Business Unit

Corporate Citizenship

Duration

6 months

Work Location:

Onsite

More About The Area & Team

Corporate Citizenship/ project management is mandated to deliver on the corporate social responsibility imperatives of the company. The function delivers on Socio-Economic Development, Consumer Education, the CSI Empowerment Trust and Colleague Volunteerism Programmes.

More About The Project

• Problem to solve
• Solution/Deliverable
• Attractive Tech exposure
  
  

• To support the programmes team in all aspects of the project lifecycle
• Initial screening of funding proposals for grant making.
• Support for contract management, onboarding project partners and close out.
• Monitoring and reporting – ensure project partner compliance with project milestones; this includes collating and reviewing partner reports to provide input into quarterly reports. Identify and resolve project issues.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements in the delivery of programmes
  
  

• Manage relationships with stakeholders – this includes communicating with programme partners.
• Nurture collaborative relationships across business areas and across the group.
  
  

• Support in the collation of data for reporting and communicating Citizenship efforts.
  
  

• Years experience
• Industry experience
• At least 4 years of experience in Citizenship, Development Sector or similar environment in Financial Services, Corporate Affairs, NGO or Public Sectors.
  
  

• Incl. min yrs exp required per skill
• Problem-solving skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team
• Excellent writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Experience working on projects