Cape Town: Junior Traffic Manager posted by O’Brien Recruitment

Our client is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Project Administrator / Junior Traffic Manager to support the Traffic Manager in ensuring the smooth workflow of projects across the business. This
role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is highly organised, and enjoys coordinating people, timelines, and deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Traffic Manager with the day-to-day coordination of projects and workflow.
• Track project progress, update timelines, and ensure deadlines are met.
• Maintain and update project schedules, resource plans, and status reports.
• Act as a central point of communication between departments (creative, client service, production, etc.).
• Log, assign, and monitor briefs, ensuring they move efficiently through the business.
• Support in identifying and resolving scheduling or resource conflicts.
• Follow up with team members on deliverables and escalate delays when needed.
• Assist in maintaining project management systems and ensuring data accuracy.
• Provide administrative support including minute-taking, filing, and report preparation.
• Contribute to improving processes and systems to streamline project workflow.

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Project Management, Marketing, Communications, or related field (advantageous).
• 12 years experience in a project administration, coordination, or traffic-related role (agency environment a plus).
• Strong organisational and time management skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software/tools (e.g., Monday.com, Trello, Asana, MS Project).
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
• Positive, proactive, and solutions-driven attitude.