Project Assistant - Humanitarian and Development Sector

About ReliefWeb - Project Assistant - Humanitarian and Development Sector

ReliefWeb is recruiting a skilled and motivated Project Assistant to support project management teams in the humanitarian and development sectors. This remote role is designed for candidates with experience in coordinating projects and ensuring high-quality deliverables.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will assist in planning, executing, and finalizing projects according to strict deadlines. Responsibilities include maintaining documentation, scheduling meetings, tracking project progress, and ensuring every deliverable meets quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Maintain and organize project documentation on SharePoint.
• Coordinate meetings and follow up on action items.
• Track progress against project plans and budgets.
• Review deliverables to ensure alignment with quality standards.
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders.
• Provide research and report preparation support.
• Facilitate coordination between consultants, teams, and executive leadership.

Required Skills and Experiences

• Bachelor's degree in business, project management or related field.
• 3-4 years experience in project assistance or similar roles.
• Proficiency in MS Office, SharePoint, and project management tools.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively under pressure.

Application Process

Candidates should submit a detailed cover letter and CV focused on relevant project management experience. The Recruitment Team will guide you through multiple interview rounds and assessments.

Key Skills/Competency

Project Management, Coordination, Documentation, Quality Assurance, Risk Management, Research, Communication, MS Office, SharePoint, Deadline Management