Event Coordinator

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive annual salary

Travel expenses reimbursement

Health and wellness benefits package

Diverse and exciting events

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion is seeking a detail-oriented and creative Event Coordinator to join our team. You will plan, organize, and execute a variety of events, from corporate functions to social gatherings, ensuring they run seamlessly and meet client objectives.

The role covers logistics, vendor management, budgeting, and on-site execution, with a hybrid work model and opportunities to work on diverse and exciting events.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Event Coordinator or in a similar event management role.
• Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in event management software and MS Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all logistical aspects of events, including venue selection, catering, audiovisual, and transportation.
• Develop event timelines, manage budgets, and negotiate with vendors to secure best pricing and services.
• Create engaging event programs and manage attendee registration and communication.
• Oversee on-site event execution, troubleshoot any issues that arise, and ensure a high-quality experience for all participants.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to promote events and achieve attendance goals.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Negotiation

Multitasking

MS Office

Tools

Event management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and creative Event Coordinator to join their vibrant team in Centurion . This role is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing a variety of events, from corporate functions to social gatherings, ensuring they run seamlessly and meet client objectives. You will manage all aspects of event production, including logistics, vendor management, budgeting, and on-site execution. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses excellent organizational skills, and has a flair for creating memorable experiences for attendees, blending creative vision with practical planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate all logistical aspects of events, including venue selection, catering, audiovisual, and transportation.
• Develop event timelines, manage budgets, and negotiate with vendors to secure best pricing and services.
• Create engaging event programs and manage attendee registration and communication.
• Oversee on-site event execution, troubleshoot any issues that arise, and ensure a high-quality experience for all participants.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to promote events and achieve attendance goals.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Event Coordinator or in a similar event management role.
• Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in event management software and MS Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively under pressure.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Contribution towards event-related travel expenses.
• Health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunities to work on diverse and exciting events.