Event Planner - Charity Galas

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 207,000 - 344,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

High-profile events

Fundraising impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and highly organized Event Planner for charity galas and fundraising events in Paarl, Western Cape. This contract role focuses on conceptualizing, planning, and executing impactful fundraising experiences for a leading non-profit foundation.

You will oversee all aspects from theme development to post-event evaluation, coordinating with venues, sponsors, and internal teams to maximize outcomes. Remote planning and flexible arrangements are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in event planning with a strong portfolio of fundraising events.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Creative flair for developing engaging event concepts.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and develop creative themes and concepts for fundraising galas and events.
• Manage all logistical aspects of events, including venue selection, catering, A/V, and entertainment.
• Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and revenue targets are met.
• Coordinate with vendors, sponsors, and internal teams to ensure seamless event execution.
• Develop event timelines and track progress against key milestones.
• Oversee on-site event management and troubleshoot any issues that arise.

Skills

Event planning

Fundraising events

Budget management

Vendor management

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious charitable foundation in the Western Cape , is seeking a creative and highly organized Event Planner specializing in charity galas and fundraising events. This role is pivotal in conceptualizing, planning, and executing successful events that generate crucial funding and raise awareness for important causes in the Paarl region. You will be responsible for all aspects of event management, from initial theme development to post-event evaluation, ensuring memorable experiences for attendees and maximizing fundraising outcomes. This is a contract role offering flexibility and the chance to work on high-profile events.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and develop creative themes and concepts for fundraising galas and events.
• Manage all logistical aspects of events, including venue selection, catering, A/V, and entertainment.
• Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and revenue targets are met.
• Coordinate with vendors, sponsors, and internal teams to ensure seamless event execution.
• Develop event timelines and track progress against key milestones.
• Oversee on-site event management and troubleshoot any issues that arise.

Requirements

• Proven experience in event planning, with a strong portfolio of successful fundraising events or galas.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills with a meticulous attention to detail.
• Creative flair and the ability to develop engaging event concepts.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Familiarity with the event landscape in and around Paarl , Western Cape is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate for contract services.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact, high-profile charity events.
• Flexible working arrangements, ideal for remote planning and coordination.
• Gain valuable experience with a leading non-profit organization.
• Direct contribution to fundraising efforts for important causes.