Event Coordinator - Sports

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an organized Event Coordinator to plan and execute sports events in the Welkom area. The role blends remote planning with essential on-site execution, requiring strong logistics, budgeting, and stakeholder coordination.

You will manage multiple events—from planning through post-event analysis—ensuring seamless delivery and a positive attendee experience across hybrid settings.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Event Coordinator or in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute sports events, including tournaments and community activities.
• Coordinate all logistical aspects: venue selection, vendor management, scheduling, permits.
• Manage event budgets and track expenses.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for participants, sponsors, and stakeholders.
• Oversee on-site event setup, management, and breakdown, ensuring a positive attendee experience.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Communication

Negotiation

Event planning software

Office applications

Tools

Event planning software

Office applications

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Event Coordinator to manage and execute various sports-related events in the Welkom area. This role is perfect for an organized individual who can handle multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring seamless execution from planning to post-event analysis. You will work closely with stakeholders to bring events to life, managing logistics, budgets, and on-site coordination. This position offers a hybrid work model , blending remote planning with essential on-site presence for event execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute a variety of sports events, including tournaments, competitions, and community engagement activities.
• Coordinate all logistical aspects, such as venue selection, vendor management, scheduling, and permits.
• Manage event budgets, track expenses, and ensure financial objectives are met.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for participants, sponsors, and stakeholders before, during, and after events.
• Oversee on-site event setup, management, and breakdown, ensuring a positive experience for all attendees.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Event Coordinator or in a similar role, preferably within the sports or events industry.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in event planning software and standard office applications.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid capacity, managing tasks both remotely and on-site.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience and event scope.
• Flexible scheduling, accommodating both remote planning and event-specific on-site requirements.
• Opportunity to work on exciting and high-profile sports events.
• Gain valuable experience in event management within the sports sector.
• Networking opportunities within the sports and event planning industries.