Junior project Manager
Remote Recruitment
🇿🇦 Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants
This fully remote full time position at Remote Recruitment is open to applicants from South Africa. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.
Job Description
ROLE SUMMARY:
PerformByAI needs a Junior Project Manager/Consultant to support the delivery of consulting projects. This person will work alongside the AI Agent Builder and consulting team to manage project workflows, coordinate deliverables, and ensure smooth execution of client engagements. This is an internal support role focused on project coordination and delivery excellence.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Support project delivery and execution for consulting engagements
• Coordinate project timelines and deliverables
• Assist with client report preparation and documentation
• Manage project workflows and ensure deadlines are met
• Communicate with internal team on project status and requirements
• Help structure project deliverables and presentations
• Track project progress and identify potential roadblocks
• Support senior consultants with administrative and coordination tasks
REQUIREMENTS:
• 2-4 years of experience in project coordination or consulting support
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced consulting environment
• Proficiency with project management tools and documentation platforms
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through
• Comfortable working independently and taking initiative
• Professional demeanor for client-facing deliverables
• Experience in consulting or professional services firms
• Understanding of AI/technology projects
• Familiarity with Middle East business culture
• Background in data analysis or business intelligence
• Experience with client reporting and presentation development
WORKING HOURS & ARRANGEMENT:
• Remote working from South Africa
• Must accommodate Dubai/Saudi Arabia time zones (some overlap required)
• Full-time internal position with PerformByAI
Tips for South African Applicants
Timezone Advantage
South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.
Salary in Context
Even without a listed salary, international remote roles typically pay 2-3x more than equivalent local positions in South Africa due to the exchange rate advantage.
Application Tips
Tailor your CV to international standards — use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.
Load Shedding Preparedness
If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.
About Remote Recruitment
Remote Recruitment is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 69 open positions on Hirezar. View all Remote Recruitment jobs →