Job Description
We require a Project Associate to provide vital assistance to project managers. This position is for a highly-organized, dynamic professional who will work on projects relating to the core businesses of VANSTIRA.
As a Project Associate, you will be expected to perform routine administrative duties that will be inextricably tied to the success of the project you are working on. Driving everything forward, from planning to implementation, your actions will directly influence the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the project.
Every project is different, and therefore your duties will change accordingly. However, for the most part, you will be responsible for monitoring project schedules and carrying out specific project functions and liaising with key stakeholders.
Responsible to: The Branch Manager, Project Manager

Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required
A Degree Holder in social sciences or any related field with a minimum of 2 years work experience
Project Management Certification will be an added advantage
Strong client management skills and ability to keep promises
Capable of hands on problem-solving, with ability to generate ideas and solutions
Ability to use own initiative and pay close attention to detail
Ability to cope with competing demands and to prioritize tasks
Strong communication skills in all forms including written, oral, email, telephone, and presentation
Excellent organizational and time management skills
A positive attitude to dealing with people
Capable of working independently, and having responsibility as an individual
A sound understanding of our core businesses of Project Management, Procurement Management and Human Capital Management would be a distinct advantage

Skills:
Parts of what makes VANSTIRA as successful as it is are the highly motivated people who work here and their enthusiasm. We recruit individuals whose honesty, integrity, initiative and creative approach to problem-solving shines through.
Salary
To be negotiated.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: danjuma@vanstira.com using the Job position as the subject of the mail.