Event & Conference Maestro | Pretoria | Flexible Hours

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Competitive salary

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking an experienced Event & Conference Manager to lead end-to-end planning and delivery of bespoke events. You will liaise with clients, translate needs into tailored plans, and coordinate with catering, AV, and sales teams to ensure flawless execution.

The role requires strong organizational skills, budget management, and a calm, proactive approach in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years in event planning and management.
• Experience in hospitality or corporate events.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and vendor contracts.
• Excellent client communication and relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the lifecycle of events from client consultation to on-site execution.
• Develop detailed event plans with timelines, budgets and staffing.
• Coordinate with catering, AV, banqueting and sales teams for seamless service.
• Source and manage external vendors, negotiate contracts and ensure quality.
• Oversee setup, execution and breakdown, ensuring attention to detail.
• Track expenses and ensure profitability of events.
• Conduct post-event debriefings and prepare management reports.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Vendor management

Negotiation

Client relationship management

Communication

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field

Tools

Event management software

MS Office

Job description

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking an experienced Event & Conference Manager to lead end-to-end planning and delivery of bespoke events. You will liaise with clients, translate needs into tailored plans, and coordinate with catering, AV, and sales teams to ensure flawless execution.

The role requires strong organizational skills, budget management, and a calm, proactive approach in a fast-paced environment.