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Project Coordinator

Pavago · Remote, South Africa

Operations ManagementEntry LevelRemoteQuick applyfull-time9 days ago

About The Role

Project Coordinator (Asana, Trello, Project Tracking & Operations) – Remote | U.S. Hours

Position Type: Full-Time, Remote

Working Hours: U.S. Client Business Hours (flexible for deadlines)

About the Role

  • We’re hiring a Project Coordinator to bring structure, accountability, and visibility across multiple projects.
  • This is not a passive admin role — you will act as the execution backbone of the team , ensuring timelines are followed, deliverables are tracked, and stakeholders stay aligned.
  • If you’re highly organized, proactive, and thrive in fast-moving environments — this role is built for you.

What You’ll Own

Project Planning & Timeline Management

  • Maintain and update project plans using:
  • Asana
  • Trello
  • Monday.com
  • MS Project / Smartsheet
  • Track:
  • Timelines
  • Milestones
  • Dependencies
  • Keep all schedules accurate and up to date

Documentation & Reporting

  • Prepare:
  • Meeting agendas
  • Meeting notes
  • Action items
  • Maintain documentation in:
  • SharePoint
  • Google Drive
  • Confluence
  • Create weekly reports:
  • Progress updates
  • Risks
  • Blockers
  • Key metrics

Communication & Coordination (Core Responsibility)

  • Act as the central liaison between:
  • Project managers
  • Team members
  • Stakeholders
  • Ensure:
  • Clear communication
  • Alignment on priorities
  • Documentation of decisions
  • Follow up on tasks and escalate delays when needed

Task & Resource Tracking

  • Monitor task completion and dependencies
  • Track workload and resource availability
  • Ensure no task is missed or delayed

Risk & Quality Management

  • Identify:
  • Delays
  • Bottlenecks
  • Risks
  • Maintain risk registers and escalate early
  • Ensure deliverables meet quality standards before submission

Vendor & External Coordination

  • Communicate with vendors and partners
  • Track deliverables against agreements
  • Escalate issues when timelines or expectations are not met

What Makes You a Strong Fit

  • You are extremely organized and detail-oriented
  • You proactively follow up (nothing slips through the cracks)
  • You communicate clearly and confidently
  • You can manage multiple projects at once
  • You identify risks early instead of reacting late

Required Experience & Skills

  • 2+ years experience in:
  • Project coordination
  • Operations
  • Administrative/project support
  • Hands-on experience with:
  • Asana / Trello / Monday.com
  • Strong Excel / Google Sheets skills:
  • Trackers
  • Pivot tables
  • Conditional formatting
  • Strong documentation and communication skills

Nice to Have

  • Certifications:
  • PMP
  • CAPM
  • Agile (or in progress)
  • Familiarity with:
  • Agile / Scrum workflows
  • Sprint planning
  • Experience in:
  • SaaS
  • Marketing
  • Professional services
  • Construction

What a Typical Day Looks Like

  • Update project timelines and trackers
  • Follow up with team members on deliverables
  • Run or support meetings (notes + action items)
  • Prepare weekly status reports
  • Communicate updates across stakeholders
  • Identify and escalate risks early
  • Maintain clean, organized documentation

In short

You ensure projects stay on track, visible, and under control.

Key Metrics (KPIs)

  • On-time delivery of tasks and milestones
  • Consistent, high-quality status reporting
  • Zero missed deadlines due to coordination gaps
  • Clean, up-to-date documentation
  • Positive stakeholder feedback on communication and clarity

Why This Role Stands Out

  • High ownership across multiple projects
  • Direct exposure to leadership and decision-making
  • Clear impact on execution and delivery
  • Structured workflows with measurable KPIs
  • Growth path into Project Manager / Operations roles

Interview Process

  • Initial Phone Screen
  • Video Interview with Pavago Recruiter
  • Practical Task (project tracker + status report)
  • Client Interview
  • Offer & Background Verification

Apply Now

If you

  • Love keeping things organized and on track
  • Are proactive and detail-driven
  • Thrive in fast-paced environments

This role is a strong fit.

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