Event Coordinator

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Community impact

Networking in Kimberley

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an enthusiastic Event Coordinator to plan, execute, and evaluate events from workshops to community gatherings in Kimberley. The role blends on-site event delivery with remote planning, vendor management, and administration, requiring strong organization and creative problem solving.

You will manage budgets, coordinate with internal teams and external partners, handle registrations, and produce post-event reports to measure success and impact for the organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in event planning and coordination, preferably in a non-profit setting.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills with vendors and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid model with both remote and on-site responsibilities.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute all aspects of events, including venue selection, logistics, and vendor management.
• Develop event budgets and ensure activities stay within financial parameters.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders for seamless delivery.
• Manage event registration, attendee communication, and on-site support.
• Develop creative concepts aligned with organizational goals and brand.
• Conduct post-event evaluations, gather feedback, and prepare reports on success metrics.

Skills

Event planning

Budgeting

Vendor management

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Tools

Registration software

Budget tracking tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Event Coordinator to manage a variety of events aimed at community engagement and fundraising in Kimberley. This role is essential for creating memorable and impactful experiences that support our client's mission. You will be responsible for the planning, execution, and post-event analysis of events ranging from small workshops to larger community gatherings. This hybrid role requires on-site presence for event execution and coordination, combined with remote work for planning, vendor management, and administrative tasks. The successful candidate will be highly organized, creative, and adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously within the Northern Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute all aspects of events, including venue selection, logistics, and vendor management.
• Develop event budgets and ensure all activities remain within financial parameters.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure seamless event delivery.
• Manage event registration, attendee communication, and on-site support.
• Develop creative concepts for events that align with organizational goals and brand.
• Conduct post-event evaluations, gathering feedback and preparing reports on success metrics.

Requirements

• Proven experience in event planning and coordination, preferably in a non-profit setting.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills for working with vendors and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid model, with a mix of remote and on-site responsibilities.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Hybrid work model offering a blend of flexibility and hands-on involvement.
• Opportunity to create significant community impact through engaging events.
• Professional development opportunities in event management.
• Supportive team environment focused on collaboration.
• Networking opportunities within the Kimberley community.