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JOB SPECIFICATION - EXPIRED VACANCY


Overview of Role

 

About Us:

DGMT is a public innovator committed to developing South Africa’s potential. Our goal for South Africa is a flourishing people, economy and society.

The Hold My Hand Accelerator team is looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Project Administrator to provide essential cross-functional administrative support and ensure smooth operations across our projects.

The Project Administrator will provide critical administrative support to the Accelerator team, assisting with communications, data management, and partner coordination functions. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys administrative work, data handling, and collaborative team support.

Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative and coordination support to project team across functions.
  • Maintain project schedules, track progress, and ensure deadlines are met.
  • Support in the preparation of presentations, and project documentation and materials.
  • Coordinate meetings, events, and workshops, including logistics and travel, documentation, and follow-ups.
  • Manage data entry and maintain accurate records across database systems.
  • Maintain electronic documentation folders across various project management systems
  • Support campaign (communications and social mobilisation) activities, including inbox management, partner correspondence and public engagement.
  • Liaise with team leads to ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time.
  • Coordinate logistics and procurement activities.
  • Provide ad hoc support as required.


Qualification

A relevant qualification in operations or administration management would be beneficial


Experience

  • Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in project administration and experience working with multiple teams and stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in Excel


Personal Characteristics

  • Strong organisational and time-management skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage self in a complex and dynamic work environment.
  • Detail-oriented and meticulous in planning and executing on all functions.
  • Proactive, goal-driven, and able to take initiative.
  • Able to coordinate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal and effectively collaborate across functions.
  • Experience with ASANA, CRM systems (HubSpot), SharePoint and reference management tools (Zotero) would be advantageous.


Take Note

Application Instructions:

Please submit your CV (maximum of 3 pages) and a brief cover letter outlining your administrative experience and suitability for this role by clicking "Apply" by 15 October 2026.


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