Non-Profit Event Planner

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Professional development

Hybrid work flexibility

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and organized Non‑Profit Event Planner based in Kimberley for cultivating and delivering fundraising events, community gatherings, and awareness campaigns. The role involves budgeting, vendor coordination, venue selection, and on‑site execution with a flexible hybrid schedule.

You will collaborate with volunteers and sponsors to maximize impact while ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and financial goals.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in event planning and management within the non‑profit sector.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and multitasking skills.
• Strong budgeting and negotiation abilities.
• Creative thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in event management software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute a variety of non‑profit events, including fundraising galas, workshops, and community outreach activities.
• Manage event budgets, negotiate with vendors, and secure necessary resources.
• Coordinate all logistical aspects of events, such as venue selection, catering, A/V, and staffing.
• Develop event marketing and promotion strategies to maximize attendance and engagement.
• Oversee event setup, execution, and teardown, ensuring smooth operations on the day.
• Liaise with stakeholders, volunteers, and sponsors to ensure event success.

Skills

Event planning

Organization

Budgeting

Negotiation

Creative thinking

Pressure handling

Event software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a vibrant charitable organization based in Kimberley , is looking for a creative and organized Non‑Profit Event Planner . This role is essential for conceptualizing, coordinating, and executing successful fundraising events, community gatherings, and awareness campaigns throughout the Northern Cape region. You will be responsible for managing all logistical aspects, from venue selection and vendor coordination to budget management and attendee engagement, ensuring each event contributes significantly to the organization's mission and financial goals. This hybrid role allows for flexible planning and essential in‑person execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute a variety of non‑profit events, including fundraising galas, workshops, and community outreach activities.
• Manage event budgets, negotiate with vendors, and secure necessary resources.
• Coordinate all logistical aspects of events, such as venue selection, catering, A/V, and staffing.
• Develop event marketing and promotion strategies to maximize attendance and engagement.
• Oversee event setup, execution, and teardown, ensuring smooth operations on the day.
• Liaise with stakeholders, volunteers, and sponsors to ensure event success.

Requirements

• Proven experience in event planning and management, preferably within the non‑profit sector.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and multitasking skills.
• Strong budgeting and negotiation abilities.
• Creative thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in event management software and tools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance‑based recognition.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development in event management and fundraising.
• A collaborative work environment in Kimberley with a hybrid flexibility.
• The reward of organizing impactful events that support important causes in the Northern Cape .