Project Assistant

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description


Project Assistant- FirecrestICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. Were proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical developmentThe RoleTitle: Project AssistantSummary: The Project Assistant role is an essential role in the Project Management team as it coordinates and centralises administrative tasks, which reduces the burden and saves significant time for the PM's. This role enables the PM team to focus on revenue generating activity, driving Sponsor value and higher throughput of Firecrest study delivery.Duties

  • Recognise, exemplify and adhere to ICON's values which centres around our commitment to People, Clients and Performance.
  • As a member of staff, the employee is expected to embrace and contribute to our culture of process improvement with a focus on streamlining our processes adding value to our business and meeting client needs.
  • Assist with the development of project specific Procedure Manual
  • Assist with the development of the project specific Staffing Plan.
  • Communication based on studies with client, sites and CRAs
  • Assist with Project Reports
  • Assist Project Managers with agendas and meeting minutes as required
  • Perform client teleconferences in absence of Project Manager
  • Assists with scheduling of site Imaging Manual trainings
  • Management of Study Centres for study supplies/outstanding data
  • Assists with scheduling of reviewers for Offsite Assessments/Blinded Reads
  • Quality Control of Offsite Assessments/Blinded Reads
  • Updates and maintains Project Tracking I MIRA Information
  • Updates and maintains Study Files including enrolment logs and data status
  • Maintains inventories of study supplies
  • Assists with audit preparation
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Travel (approximately 5%) domestic and/or international
What you need
  • Previous administration experience
  • Ability to multi-task, prioritise and work independently
  • Attention to detail
  • Team-player
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Flexibility
  • Willingness to learn
  • Excellent English skills
#LI-HH1What ICON can offer you:Our success depends on the quality of our people. Thats why weve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.Our benefits examples include:Various annual leave entitlementsA range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your familys needs.Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your familys well-being.Life assuranceFlexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others.Visit our to read more about the benefits ICON offers.At ICON, diversity, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative which helps us better serve our people, patients, customers, and our communities. We're proud of our diverse workforce and the work weve done to become a more inclusive organisation. Were dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request .Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless - theres every chance youre exactly what were looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click to apply

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  • Job Id
    JD1359987
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
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