Openings at BDO South Africa

The purpose of this role :

• The project coordinator will also prepare and present updates regularly to relevant management channels, ensuring that our goal of innovation is being achieved.

Objectives of this role:

• Liaise with managers and clients to define project requirements, scopes, and objectives that align with organizational goals
• Coordinate internal and external resources, ensuring that projects remain within scope, schedule, and budget
• Analyze project progress and, when necessary, adapt scope or timeline to achieve optimal results
• Assign roles and tasks to team members based on their individual strengths and abilities
• Help build the skill sets of team members and share learnings with other employees
• Achieve organizational goals while adhering to standards and best practices

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all aspects of a project are organized and in conformance with timeline and deliverables requirement
• Develop and maintain project performance database that tracks overall progress and achievement of milestones
• Assign and monitor resources effectively to boost project efficiency and maximize deliverables output
• Report project risks and outcomes to appropriate management channels, and escalate issues according to project work plan
• Serve as point of communication between company teams and external resource
• Deepen partnerships with outside resources, including third-party vendors and researchers 

Requirements

Required skills and qualifications:

• Three or more years of experience in project coordination
• Experience in coordinating teams and clients
• Proven success in a corporate setting, working with all levels of management
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Preferred skills and qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in relevant field
• Professional certification such as PMP (Project Management Professional)

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Who We Are

• At BDO, we’re all about people. We believe in helping you grow—not just as a professional, but as a person. When you join us, you’re not just an intern. You’re part of a team that’s shaping the future of work.

What’s In It for You?

• A hands-on, real-world learning experience
• Real projects, real impact—no coffee runs here
• Build your skills and confidence as you move from student to professional
• Be part of a young, energetic team that’s going places
• Connect and collaborate with BDO leaders and mentors
• Boost your personal and professional growth

Requirements
Qualification:

• Business Administration, Finance, Human Resouces Degree

Experience We Value:

• You’ve done office support or admin work before—think data entry, collecting info, keeping things organized (but not just basic filing!)
• MS Office, Basic Excel, Communication & Teamwork skills

This is more than just an internship. It’s a launchpad.

Skills, That’ll Make You Stand Out:

• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel, Word & PowerPoint (intermediate level)
• You can communicate professionally and confidently in English—written and spoken
• You've got admin experience and know how to keep things running smoothly

 What Makes You a Great Fit:

• You’re a great communicator and know how to work well with others
• You can work independently and manage your time like a pro
• You care about getting the details right
• Teamwork is your vibe—you know how to collaborate and support