Software Project Administrator

SUMMARY:
A Global International Defense company is seeking a Software Project Administrator to join their ranks. This exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing company is located in Cape Town and offers an exciting role in a niche industry

CPT | Permanent | On-site 

POSITION INFO:
Key responsibilities / main job duties:

• Manage administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, preparing reports, and maintaining project documentation.
• Coordinating project activities and tracking progress to ensure timely completion.
• Handling purchasing and procurement related to project needs, including follow-ups and ensuring deliverables are met. Obtain quotes where necessary (research various options/comparative quotes etc.)
• Facilitate communication between team members and stakeholders to support smooth project execution.
• Manage the scrum process and ensure that tasks are updated and tracked accurately.
• Manage and organise the project backlog.
• Keep track and maintain logs of software related items, such as books, hardware, software.
• Formulate release notes for weekly software releases.
• Maintain & update Confluence Software release page.
• Produce and distribute minutes from meetings.

• Administration or project related experience

• 3 years

• MS Office Suite
• Project Management software i.e.: Sciforma, YouTrack, WBS would be advantageous

• Administrative processes.
• Project tracking and reporting.
• Procurement and purchasing.
• Documentation and reporting.
• Able to use project management tools

• Time management.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills.
• Effective communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience in project coordination or administrative role.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Team orientated.
• Adaptable and willing to learn

• An energetic, organised and adaptable individual with an interest in project coordination and planning activities.
• Primary role will be support to the project manager.
• Support to the team.
• Organise group events from time-to-time.
• Opportunity to grow.