Opportunity status: The advertised closing date has passed. Impactful listed the Projects Coordinator Learning Programme for a 12-month fixed-term opportunity in Rosebank, with a stated stipend of R12,000. The advertised deadline was 16 September 2026. Applicants should confirm directly with Impactful whether the programme has reopened before attempting to apply.
For graduates and experienced job seekers interested in project coordination, the programme offered exposure to the planning, administration and monitoring of projects in the telecommunications sector. However, its entry requirements are important: this was not advertised as a basic learnership for people who have only completed Grade 12.
What was the Impactful Projects Coordinator Learning Programme?
Impactful, powered by LRMG, advertised the opportunity in partnership with IHS Towers. The position was intended to support project managers and project teams within the Technical/Operations department.
Project coordination involves helping teams organise activities, monitor progress, maintain documentation and communicate important updates. In a telecommunications environment, these activities can support projects connected to communications infrastructure and operational delivery.
The advertised programme was structured as a 12-month fixed-term opportunity based in Rosebank, Gauteng. The listing also mentioned the possibility of an additional 12-month extension. An extension was not guaranteed, so candidates should not interpret it as a promise of two years of employment.
Programme details at a glance
- Programme: Projects Coordinator Learning Programme
- Programme provider: Impactful, powered by LRMG
- Partner organisation: IHS Towers
- Advertised role: Projects Coordinator Intern
- Location: Rosebank, Gauteng
- Duration: 12 months
- Stated stipend: R12,000
- Advertised closing date: 16 September 2026
- Status: Advertised deadline passed; reopening not confirmed
- Official information: Impactful Projects Coordinator Learning Programme
The original listing does not clearly establish whether the stated stipend is gross or net, or specify all payment conditions. Anyone considering a future intake should confirm these details with the programme provider.
Who was eligible to apply?
Impactful listed a relevant bachelor’s degree or a relevant Built Environment degree or diploma among the qualification requirements.
The advertisement also requested two to three years of proven experience as a project coordinator or in a similar role. Project management training or relevant coordination experience was described as advantageous, while experience in a telecommunications environment was also an advantage.
These requirements matter because applicants can waste time preparing applications for opportunities that do not match their qualifications or work history.
Before applying to a future intake, check the exact wording of the current advertisement. Do not assume that a matric certificate, an unrelated qualification or an interest in project management will automatically meet the requirements.
The employer’s wording should also guide how applicants describe their experience. Someone who has coordinated schedules, maintained project records, followed up on outstanding tasks or prepared progress reports may have relevant experience, provided those duties genuinely formed part of their work.
What would the successful candidate do?
The advertised responsibilities covered several areas of project support.
1. Planning and scheduling
The intern would assist with project plans, timelines and milestones. These tools help teams understand what needs to happen, who is responsible and when particular tasks should be completed.
2. Coordinating activities
The role involved supporting project activities and following up on tasks. Coordination helps prevent missed deadlines and gives project managers a clearer picture of outstanding work.
3. Communicating with stakeholders
The position included facilitating communication between project teams, stakeholders and management. Clear communication is especially important when different teams depend on one another to complete a project.
4. Maintaining project records
The duties included maintaining project charters, schedules and status reports. Accurate documentation helps teams track decisions, progress and changes.
5. Monitoring performance and risks
The successful candidate would help track project progress and key metrics, support risk-mitigation strategies and assist with quality assurance. The listing also mentioned resource constraints and budget monitoring as areas of exposure.
These responsibilities suggest that the role would suit someone who is comfortable working with information, keeping records organised, following up professionally and communicating progress accurately.
Which skills would be useful?
The advertisement highlighted organisation, multitasking, planning, reporting, communication and problem-solving. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and advanced or fluent English communication were also listed.
Applicants preparing for similar positions can strengthen their readiness by practising practical tasks such as building a project schedule, maintaining a spreadsheet, preparing meeting minutes and writing a concise progress report.
For example, a project tracker might contain the task description, responsible person, planned completion date, current status, outstanding issue and next action. Being able to organise that information clearly can help demonstrate practical coordination ability.
These are preparation suggestions, not additional formal eligibility requirements stated by Impactful.
How should applicants prepare for a future intake?
Because the advertised deadline has passed, there is no basis for presenting the original listing as an open application opportunity. Candidates interested in similar roles can still use the requirements to prepare for future vacancies.
Start by updating your CV to reflect relevant qualifications and genuine coordination experience. Use specific examples instead of broad claims. If you have helped organise meetings, maintained records, coordinated activities or prepared reports, describe what you actually did and the tools you used.
Next, prepare copies of your qualification documents and other records requested by the next official advertisement. Do not send sensitive personal documents to unverified individuals or unofficial application links.
Review your Microsoft Excel skills and practise explaining how you prioritise competing tasks. Project support work can involve several deadlines at once, so employers may want evidence that you can remain organised and communicate problems before they become bigger issues.
Finally, check the official provider’s website for a new advertisement or a confirmed reopening. Do not rely on old social media posts or copied listings to determine whether applications are still being accepted.
Where can you verify the programme?
The original announcement is available on the Impactful official programme page.
Impactful states on its programme page that applicants do not need to pay an application fee for its programmes. Never pay an individual who promises to secure a place, guarantee selection or reopen an application on your behalf.
If the listing remains closed, look for other project administration, project support, operations coordination and graduate opportunities whose current requirements match your qualifications and experience.
If this programme does not match your qualifications or experience, explore our latest [learnership opportunities in South Africa] to find other training and workplace-development options.
Final guidance for job seekers
The Impactful Projects Coordinator opportunity illustrates the type of work involved in supporting project delivery: planning schedules, coordinating tasks, maintaining records, communicating with stakeholders and monitoring progress.
Its advertised qualification and experience requirements also show why applicants should read vacancy details carefully before applying. The opportunity was not presented as an entry-level position requiring only matric.
The advertised deadline was 16 September 2026, and a reopening has not been confirmed. Check Impactful’s official listing before taking any application-related action, and treat any new intake as a separate opportunity with its own requirements and deadline.