The Project Administrator will be employed by Kinderfonds MAMAS and will report directly to the Project Manager of MAMAS Alliance in Johannesburg. This role focuses on assisting the MAMAS Alliance projects and other capacity-building projects that strengthen our network of NGOs. Aligned with our ethos, “MAMAS know best,” we seek an experienced project administrator who is a servant leader with good listening skills, good administrative background and well-organised. This individual must have vast experience in social and community development who is skilled at working across diverse teams.

This is a one-year contract with the possibility of extension to a permanent role.

The Project Administrator will be responsible for the following tasks and duties, among others:

• Manage and update filing systems, databases, and records for programmes.
• Assist the PowerGirls PM in ensuring that PG equipment and stock-taking is up-to-date.
• Assist the PowerGirls PM in ensuring that the programme’s online dashboard and systems are up-to-date, accurate, and operational.
• Regularly clean and organise data within the system, resolving inconsistencies as needed.
• Assist with enrolment, graduation, and exiting of the PowerGirls.
• Assist with logistical arrangements for PowerGirls, including training, ordering supplies, and courier services.
• Assist with project visits when required.
• Ensure that project-related support is given to NGOs, managing WhatsApp groups with queries and telephonic communication.
• Organise training workshops and related tasks.
• Assist MAMAS Academy during peak times with approval from the PowerGirls PM.
• Project management and administrative tasks for MAMAS, including MAMAS Academy and PowerGirls, acknowledging that it is in the spirit and DNA of MAMAS to approach and treat partners within MAMAS Alliance professionally, fairly, and with the highest level of respect and transparency while considering these NGOs/projects as independent and equal partners.

• Education: Degree/Diploma/Certificate in Administration, Social Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in programme administration or community development.
• Willingness to learn and gain experience.
• Dynamic, passionate, and a go-getter attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment.
• Strong administration background in terms of planning and coordination.
• Fluent in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Google Workspace/MS Office, particularly spreadsheets.
• A computer literacy test will be part of the selection process.
• Driver’s license (Code 08).
• Willingness to travel within South Africa for site visits, including occasional Saturdays.