Cape Town Senior Event Operations Lead

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Head of Event Operations in Cape Town, Western Cape. The role requires full-time presence in the office to expertly manage complex event logistics, from concept through execution to delivery.

You will lead a team, oversee budgets and vendor coordination, ensuring safety and superior attendee experiences. The ideal candidate brings a proven track record in managing large-scale events, strong problem-solving abilities, and a passion for delivering outstanding

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of event planning, execution and management from concept to completion
• Manage event budgets and financial tracking
• Coordinate with vendors, venues and suppliers to ensure timely delivery and quality
• Ensure safety and security protocols are followed across all events
• Lead and mentor a team of event coordinators to achieve operational excellence

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Head of Event Operations in Cape Town, Western Cape. The role requires full-time presence in the office to expertly manage complex event logistics, from concept through execution to delivery.

You will lead a team, oversee budgets and vendor coordination, ensuring safety and superior attendee experiences. The ideal candidate brings a proven track record in managing large-scale events, strong problem-solving abilities, and a passion for delivering outstanding