Event Coordinator - Non-Profit

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 89,000 - 134,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Fully remote

Compensation based on experience

Non-profit sector exposure

Community impact Upington

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Event Coordinator to plan and execute fundraising and community events for Upington, while working remotely. You will manage budgets, vendors, registrations, marketing materials, and post-event follow-up to ensure positive outcomes.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented with strong organizational and communication skills, comfortable coordinating across remote teams, and motivated by impact in the non-profit sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in event planning and coordination, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute a variety of events, including fundraisers, workshops, and community gatherings.
• Develop event budgets and manage expenses to ensure financial targets are met.
• Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and internal teams to manage event logistics.
• Create event marketing materials and promotional strategies to maximize attendance.
• Oversee event registration, ticketing, and participant communication.
• Manage event setup, execution, and post-event follow-up and evaluation.
• Ensure all events align with the organization's mission and brand.

Skills

Event planning

Organization

Time management

Multitasking

Communication

Tools

Event management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and organized Event Coordinator to manage and execute various fundraising and community engagement events, remotely supporting initiatives in the Upington area. This role is perfect for someone who excels at planning and coordinating logistics for events, transforming ideas into successful occasions. You will be responsible for all aspects of event management, from conceptualization and budgeting to promotion and execution, ensuring a seamless and positive experience for attendees and contributors. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, possesses excellent communication skills, and is passionate about supporting the non-profit sector. This is a fully remote position, offering significant flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute a variety of events, including fundraisers, workshops, and community gatherings.
• Develop event budgets and manage expenses to ensure financial targets are met.
• Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and internal teams to manage event logistics.
• Create event marketing materials and promotional strategies to maximize attendance.
• Oversee event registration, ticketing, and participant communication.
• Manage event setup, execution, and post-event follow-up and evaluation.
• Ensure all events align with the organization's mission and brand.

Requirements

• Proven experience in event planning and coordination , preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in event management software and digital communication tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote setting .
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills to handle unforeseen challenges.

Benefits

• Part-time contract offering flexibility.
• Fully remote work environment .
• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Opportunity to gain diverse event management experience in the non-profit sector.
• Direct involvement in impactful community events supporting Upington .
• Collaborative and supportive virtual team.