Corporate Events Planner And Social Media Management

Carlysle Human Capital; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading human capital firm in Gauteng seeks an experienced Corporate Events Manager to plan and execute various events. This role emphasizes strong client interaction and requires expertise in social media management, particularly through the Zoho platform. You will manage event logistics, vendor relationships, and ensure professional execution for high-profile corporate events. A dynamic working environment and hybrid arrangement are offered.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangement

Collaborative work environment

Opportunity to work on high-profile corporate events

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing corporate events.
• Creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of corporate events.
• Manage logistics, vendors, budgets, and timelines.
• Support social media strategy and create event-related content.

Skills

Event management

Client interaction

Social media management

Problem-solving

Communication

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Zoho CRM

Zoho Projects

Job description

Role Overview: The Corporate Events Manager will plan, coordinate, and execute corporate events, including sales kickoffs, conferences, and executive events. You will also support PurpleGlobes social media presence, creating event-related content and assisting with social media management through the Zoho platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of corporate events from concept to completion
• Manage logistics, vendors, budgets, and timelines
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Support social media strategy, create event‑related content, and assist with Zoho‑based social media management
• Provide on‑site leadership at events
• Monitor and report on event ROI and success metrics
• Occasionally travel to events as needed
• Maintain accurate event documentation and post‑event reports

Requirements / Skills

• Proven experience managing corporate events (sales kickoffs, conferences, executive events)
• Confident, extroverted, and able to lead events and client interactions
• Creative, out‑of‑the‑box thinker with strong problem‑solving skills
• Experience with Zoho CRM or Zoho Projects, and Zoho for social media management is a plus
• Strong social media skills for event promotion
• Excellent organizational, communication, and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Attention to detail and professional demeanor

Benefits

• Hybrid working arrangement
• Collaborative, dynamic work environment
• Opportunity to work on high‑profile corporate events