East London Live Events Operations Coordinator

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 165,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in East London is seeking a proactive Event Operations Coordinator to support logistics for sports and cultural events. You will assist with vendor coordination, site setup, scheduling, on-site support, and post-event reconciliation, helping ensure smooth attendee experiences.

The role requires strong organizational skills, the ability to multitask under pressure, and excellent communication. Flexible to work evenings and weekends; familiarity with East London venues is

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in event coordination or related role.
• High school diploma or equivalent; qualification in Event Management, Hospitality, or Marketing is a plus.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required by events.
• Proactive attitude and team-player mentality.
• Familiarity with East London area and venues is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute all logistical aspects of events in East London.
• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers for timely delivery of services and equipment.
• Support on-site operations, including setup, breakdown and troubleshooting.
• Manage event schedules and timelines to ensure activities run as planned.
• Assist in managing event staff and volunteers with clear direction.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders to meet event needs.
• Handle post-event tasks such as invoicing, debriefing and reporting.
• Maintain event documentation and records.
• Contribute to improving operational efficiency for future events.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive attitude

Team player

Local knowledge of East London

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Event Management/Hospitality/Marketing qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 in East London is seeking a proactive Event Operations Coordinator to support logistics for sports and cultural events. You will assist with vendor coordination, site setup, scheduling, on-site support, and post-event reconciliation, helping ensure smooth attendee experiences.

The role requires strong organizational skills, the ability to multitask under pressure, and excellent communication. Flexible to work evenings and weekends; familiarity with East London venues is