Events Administrator

Hollywoodbets; Durban; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports betting operator in Durban is seeking an Events Administrator to manage event coordination and administration from start to finish. The role requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a minimum of 2 years' experience in an admin position. Flexibility in working hours is essential, as the role involves events after hours and on weekends. Join a dynamic team committed to reaching for the stars.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in an admin related position.
• Valid Driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Support with the administration and coordination of events.
• Handle bookings and processing of documents for events.
• Prepare event reports and budgets following each event.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

Being a part of the Hollywoodbets Purple Team is an opportunity to become a part of one of South Africa’s biggest success stories. From humble beginnings in Durban, Hollywoodbets has grown into a powerhouse brand operating across Africa and the United Kingdom. And that’s just the beginning. Our talented Team is on a mission to increase our global footprint, ready to take on any challenge because at Hollywoodbets, not even the sky is the limit. Join our Team and let’s reach for the stars.

We have amazing opportunities for an Events Administrator to be based in Durban, KwaZulu - Natal. Do you think you have what it takes to be our newest Purple Star?

The successful candidate will be responsible to support with the administration and coordination of all events from conception to completion.

You Bring

• Minimum 2 Years experience in an admin related position.
• Valid Driver’s license.

A Bonus To Have

• Experience in Events or Marketing.

What You’ll Do For The Brand

• Handles all administration from conception to completion regarding the details of events such as golf days, conferences, road shows, airport promotions, Kingsmead promotions, July parties, selected charity events, F&B events and any event deemed important for the company.
• Bookings and processing of documents relating to casuals to assist with events.
• Adhere to event procedures.
• Handling ticket bookings or RSVPS.
• General office work required for preparing events.
• Assist with execution of events.
• Prepare event reports and budgets following each event.
• Maintain supplier database.
• Develop event-specific organizational tools such as timelines, contact lists, and work deliverables.
• Strong organisational skills and good attention to detail.
• Follow through of events strategy.
• Ensure the health and safety as well as gambling regulations are strictly adhered to.
• Obtain quotes, administration of budgets
• Book venues and tools.
• Prepare invitations and send out at the appropriate time.
• Work with the various departments to achieve objectives.
• Work with the PRO to ensure maximum brand exposure in the media and post event reporting.
• Drive attendance to the event.
• Assist with ensuring all team involved is adequately prepared for the event.
• Assist with ensuring set up and coordination of the event runs smoothly, when required to do so.
• Stock counts and reporting.
• Available to work flexible hours due to events happening after hours and on weekends.
• Available to travel as company is national.
• Maintain a high level of energy for all events.
• Conduct market research and ensure the target market that event reaches is understood.
• Assist with multiple projects at one time.
• Buying for functions and dealing with suppliers.

Values

• Actively promote the Hollywood values. Live the values and lead as an example to the team.
• Retail Operation branch visits will be an occasional requirement to fulfil an adhoc activity/tasking.

So, are you ready to level up, learn, and perform at your best? Apply now!

Please be advised that should you not be contacted within 30 days, kindly consider your application to be unsuccessful.

About Us

Hollywoodbets is a sports and entertainment betting operator that was born and bred in Durban, South Africa. Whether you’re in one of our upmarket retail branches or online, our customers can conveniently place bets in style anytime, anywhere.

We’re proud to partner with local and international legends, from the Hollywoodbets Sharks and Brentford FC to iconic events like the Hollywoodbets Durban July. Being part of our Purple Team means being part of something bigger.

At Hollywoodbets, every day is a chance to learn, grow, and make an impact. We move fast, think big, and work together to turn bold ideas into reality. With passion, creativity, and a shared purpose, we bring our Purple Spirit to everything we do.

The opportunities here are endless. If you’re driven, curious, agile and ready to level up, there’s no limit to how far you can go with the Purple Team!