Event Project Manager | Hybrid & Budget-Savvy Leader

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 380,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Hybrid work

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, is seeking a creative and organized Project Manager to lead event planning and execution from concept through post-event analysis, collaborating with clients, vendors, and internal teams. You will manage budgets, timelines, and logistics for conferences, corporate functions, and social gatherings, with hybrid work flexibility and opportunities to travel.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Marketing, Communications, or a related

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Hospitality Management, Marketing, Communications, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Event Management or Project Management with events focus.
• Proven ability to manage multiple events simultaneously under pressure.
• Excellent organizational, logistical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning and execution of conferences, corporate functions, and social events.
• Develop detailed event plans, budgets, and timelines.
• Source and manage relationships with vendors, suppliers, and external agencies.
• Coordinate event setup, operations, and breakdown on event day.
• Communicate effectively with clients, attendees, and internal stakeholders.
• Conduct post-event debriefs and financial reconciliation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Logistical planning

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Marketing, Communications, or related field

Tools

Event management software

Job description

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, is seeking a creative and organized Project Manager to lead event planning and execution from concept through post-event analysis, collaborating with clients, vendors, and internal teams. You will manage budgets, timelines, and logistics for conferences, corporate functions, and social gatherings, with hybrid work flexibility and opportunities to travel.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Marketing, Communications, or a related