Title: Project Coordinator
Reports to: Project Management Lead
Level and band: Junior Level
Location: Johannesburg/ Cape Town
Role overview:
We're looking for a motivated Junior Project Coordinator to join the team! The Project Co-ordinator is an entry-level position designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to managing software development projects within an agile framework. This role is crucial for supporting the project management team and ensuring the smooth execution of day-to-day project tasks.
The Project Co-ordinator works under the direct guidance of technical project managers , learning and applying foundational project management skills. A successful Project Co-ordinator is highly organized, proactive, and eagerto learn. They are responsible for assisting with project documentation, coordinating with team members, and supporting quality assurance and client communication efforts. This role is a foundation for a career in project management, focusing on hands-on experience and skill development through mentorship.
Key responsibilities:
Foundational Project Management & Learning
- Assist in managing software development projects under the guidance of the technical project managers & delivery manager.
- Learn and apply SCRUM/Agile methodologies, including sprint planning and backlog management.
- Support project tracking and reporting using GitHub Projects and other PM tools.
- Assist with project timeline creation and resource planning across multiple teams
Team & Cross-Functional Coordination
- Coordinate with developers to track progress and identify blockers.
- Support design-to-development handoff processes and learn UX/UI coordination.
- Assist with SEO requirement gathering and understand integration into development workflows.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to project planning discussions.
Communication & Issue Management
- Help identify risks and escalate issues to the delivery manager & project management lead.
- Support client communication under supervision.
- Participate in team ceremonies and client meetings to build stakeholder management skills.
Quality Assurance & Documentation
- Maintain project documentation and ensure deliverables are accurately tracked.
- Support quality assurance and coordinate basic testing activities.
- Contribute ideas for continuous improvement and process enhancement.
- Participate in retrospectives and apply learnings to future sprints.
Qualifications and experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business, Technology, or related field
- 1-3 years of project coordination or project management experience
- Basic understanding of software development processes and web technologies
- Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies through coursework, training, or practical experience
- Experience working in collaborative team environments
- Strong academic or professional background demonstrating organisational abilities
Skills and requirements:
- Basic knowledge of traditional & agile principles and project management fundamentals.
- Familiarity with project tracking tools and willingness to learn GitHub Projects.
- Foundational understanding of web development concepts and terminology.
- Basic awareness of UX/UI design processes and how they integrate with development.
- Introductory knowledge of SEO principles and their impact on web development projects.
- Good communication skills and ability to work with technical teams.
- Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail.
- Problem-solving mindset and ability to identify project risks.
- Team collaboration skills and professional demeanour across multiple disciplines.
- Basic stakeholder management capabilities.
- Willingness to learn technical concepts related to software development [Website, API, Apps etc including basic development
frameworks Headless builds, FE frameworks,PHP/JavaScript workflows].
- Understanding of design workflow basics and cross-team collaboration.
- Time management skills and ability to handle multiple tasks.
- Documentation skills and process-oriented thinking.
- Adaptability and openness to feedback and mentoring.
- Interest in technology project management and continuous learning.
About Flume:
Flume Digital Marketing is an independent, full-service digital marketing agency based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Amsterdam. Our team is made up of passionate professionals dedicated to delivering extraordinary results through our six MATTER values: Mentorship, Audacity, Thrive, Integrity, Excellence, and Respect.
Why join us?
Flume is committed to building an environment for talented people to thrive and do their best work. Our hybrid work model allows flexibility and a better work-life balance. Creative minds deserve a platform that challenges them to grow and innovate, but never at the expense of personal well-being or psychological safety. We believe in fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, providing our employees with opportunities to advance their careers within our organisation and working with a diverse range of colleagues . We aim to be Africa's leading independent full-service digital agency with a significant global footprint. Flume Digital Marketing is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
