Provincial Project Coordinator Johannesburg

📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW:-GrowthArch is actively recruiting for a Provincial Project Coordinator position in Johannesburg. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Project / Management sector looking to advance their careers.

🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE:-We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile:• Experience Level: 2 - 3 years • Educational Background: National Diploma or equivalent• Industry Focus: Project / Management• Location Preference: in Johannesburg

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS:-Project managers like Provincial Project Coordinator ensure successful delivery of organizational initiatives. This role is critical for achieving strategic objectives.

📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS:-At the 2-3 year mark in Project / Management, you can leverage your foundational knowledge to take on more complex responsibilities and leadership opportunities.

📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE:-When applying for this Provincial Project Coordinator position, ensure your CV highlights:• Relevant experience matching the 2 - 3 years requirement• Educational qualifications in line with National Diploma• Specific achievements in the Project / Management field• Any certifications or specialized training

🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXT:-The Project / Management sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

Job Title: Regional Internship Coordinator Company: GrowthArch

Salary: Market Related Job Type: Contract Sectors: Management NGO & Non-profit Reference: 207020

Vacancy Details Employer: GrowthArch

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**Role Overview**

The Regional Internship Coordinator assists the Project Manager in executing the internship placement program within their designated region, managing everything from the selection and placement of TVET college candidates to the ongoing monitoring of these interns at their host employers until their internship completion. This role involves being GrowthArch's primary representative on the ground, including visits to host employers, intern follow-ups, logbook reviews, and early identification of issues to ensure timely resolution or escalation to the Project Manager.

**Key Responsibilities**

**Intern Sourcing, Screening, and Vetting**

• Collaborate with TVET colleges in the region to gather intern lists and supporting documents. - Verify qualifications against program and host employer criteria. - Collect and confirm documentation for vetting, including IDs, qualifications, and academic records.

**Placement with Host Employers**

• Facilitate the matching of interns with host employers, ideally close to their homes. - Oversee the signing of agreements between host employers and interns prior to placements. - Support intern onboarding and workplace inductions at host employers.

**Monitoring at Host Employers**

• Conduct regular site visits to host employers to monitor interns’ attendance, conduct, progress, and wellbeing. - Review interns’ logbooks during visits to ensure entries are complete, accurate, and reflect relevant work experience. - Sign off logbooks in compliance with program requirements, following up on any missing entries or mentor sign-offs. - Meet with workplace mentors and supervisors to gather feedback on each intern’s performance. - Identify and address placement issues like absenteeism, disputes, or early exits, escalating to the Project Manager as necessary. - Document each visit in a detailed site visit report with supporting evidence.

**Reporting and Administration**

• Maintain an updated regional tracker for interns, host employers, site visits, and logbook status. - Submit weekly progress reports to the Project Manager. - Keep accurate, POPIA-compliant intern records and portfolios of evidence for funder reporting and audits. - Support final logbook sign-off and close-out documentation processes.

**Stakeholder Coordination**

• Serve as the primary point of contact for TVET colleges, host employers, and interns within the region. - Build and maintain strong relationships with host employers to ensure stable placements. - Coordinate logistics for regional meetings, events, and stakeholder engagements.

**Minimum Requirements**

**Qualifications**

• National Diploma or degree in Human Resource Management, Education and Training, Project Management, Business Administration, or related field. - Valid South African driver’s license (Code B or higher) and willingness to travel extensively within the region.

**Experience**

• At least 2–3 years of experience coordinating internships, learnerships, work-integrated learning, or other skills development programs. - Experience monitoring participants at workplaces and reviewing logbooks or portfolios of evidence. - Experience preparing reports and maintaining records for funders or audits.

**Advantageous**

• Experience working with TVET colleges, SETAs, or host employers. - Good knowledge of the region’s towns, industries, and employers. - Access to a reliable vehicle for site visits. - Proficiency in a language widely spoken in the region, in addition to English.

**Skills and Competencies**

• Highly organized with the ability to manage numerous interns and site visits simultaneously. - Strong attention to detail when reviewing logbooks and records. - Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel, and comfortable with trackers and reports. - Clear, confident communicator with interns, mentors, employers, and college staff. - Proactive in following up and escalating issues early. - Ability to work independently in the field with minimal supervision. - High integrity and discretion when handling personal information. - Genuine commitment to youth development and job creation.