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The junior project specialist provides project management support on all enterprise projects from an IT solution delivery standpoint. This position is tasked with planning IT projects within the company and ensuring that they are executed and on-track through every stage of the process. The appointed individual will work closely with various functional areas within the organization, gaining extensive exposure to project operations and the business development process. In addition to the growth potential and learning opportunities, Vodacom offers a collaborative, innovative, and fun enterprise culture.
Job Responsibility:
Determine and define project scope and objectives
Predict resources needed to reach objectives and manage resources in an effective and efficient manner
Support budget preparation based on scope of work and resource requirements
Track project costs in order to meet budget
Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan
Provide project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progress
Manage contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables
Ensure risks are identified early and both mitigation and contingency actions are defined and followed through
Utilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project execution
Monitor progress and make adjustments as needed
Measure project performance to identify areas for improvement
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, business, or a related field
3-5 years of project management and related experience
Proven ability to solve problems creatively
Strong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices
Experience seeing projects through the full life cycle
Excellent analytical skills
Strong interpersonal skills and extremely resourceful
Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline
Nice to have:
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred