Event Coordinator

Quality Connect Staffing; Boksburg; On-site; ZAR 391,000 - 446,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Evenings and weekends as required

Job summary

Quality Connect Staffing represents a leading foundry company based in Boksburg seeking an experienced Event Coordinator to plan and execute golf days, expos, and marketing events.

The role is full-time with a monthly salary of R35,000 to R40,000, requiring a bachelor's in marketing or related field, at least 3 years in event coordination, and strong vendor, budget, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in event coordination, preferably in industrial or manufacturing industries.
• Proven track record of successfully planning and executing events of various sizes.
• Excellent project management, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in MS Office and event management software.
• Knowledge of event marketing and social media strategies.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required for events.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and coordinate all company events, including golf days, expos, and marketing events.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, sponsors, and other event partners.
• Create event budgets and manage expenses for cost-effectiveness.
• Coordinate event logistics, including venue selection, catering, transportation, and audiovisual equipment.
• Collaborate with marketing to develop event materials and promote events across channels.
• Manage event registration and attendee communication.
• Oversee event setup, execution, and breakdown.
• Conduct post-event evaluations and report on success and areas for improvement.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in event coordination.

Skills

Event coordination

Project management

Communication

MS Office

Social media

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or related field

Tools

Event management software

Job description

Our client, a leading foundry company based in Boksburg, is seeking an experienced Event Coordinator to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating and executing various events, including golf days, expos, and marketing events, to promote the company's brand and products. This is a full-time position with a salary range of R 35 000 to R 40 000 per month.

Key Responsibilities:

• - Plan, organize, and coordinate all company events, including golf days, expos, and marketing events.
• - Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, sponsors, and other event partners.
• - Create event budgets and manage expenses to ensure cost-effectiveness.
• - Coordinate event logistics, including venue selection, catering, transportation, and audiovisual equipment.
• - Collaborate with the marketing team to develop event marketing materials and promote events through various channels.
• - Manage event registration and attendee communication.
• - Oversee event setup, execution, and breakdown.
• - Conduct post-event evaluations and report on event success and areas for improvement.
• - Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in event coordination.

Qualifications and Experience:

• - Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field.
• - Minimum of 3 years of experience in event coordination, preferably in the industrial or manufacturing industry.
• - Proven track record of successfully planning and executing events of various sizes.
• - Excellent project management, organizational, and time management skills.
• - Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• - Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• - Proficiency in MS Office and event management software.
• - Knowledge of event marketing and social media strategies.
• - Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required for events.