Events Coordinator

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Variety of events

Professional development

Dynamic team

Medical aid

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom seeks an Events Coordinator to plan and execute a diverse range of hospitality events from conception to completion. You will manage budgets, liaise with clients and vendors, and lead on-site logistics to deliver memorable experiences while maintaining quality and service standards.

This role offers creative scope, professional development, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in event planning or coordination.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Proficiency in event management software and standard office productivity tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients.
• A creative mindset with a strong understanding of event trends and logistics.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of event planning and execution, including venue selection, catering, logistics, and staffing.
• Liaise directly with clients to understand their event requirements and provide tailored solutions.
• Develop event timelines, budgets, and detailed proposals, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers, negotiating contracts and ensuring quality service delivery.
• Oversee on-site event management, troubleshooting any issues that may arise.
• Manage post-event follow-up, including client feedback collection and financial reconciliation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Creative mindset

Event management software

Tools

Event management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and creative Events Coordinator to manage and execute a diverse range of events for a prominent hospitality venue in Welkom. You will be responsible for planning, organizing, and delivering successful events from conception to completion, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to budget. This role requires excellent project management skills, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for creating memorable experiences for attendees. You will collaborate with clients, vendors, and internal teams to bring events to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of event planning and execution, including venue selection, catering, logistics, and staffing.
• Liaise directly with clients to understand their event requirements and provide tailored solutions.
• Develop event timelines, budgets, and detailed proposals, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers, negotiating contracts and ensuring quality service delivery.
• Oversee on-site event management, troubleshooting any issues that may arise.
• Manage post-event follow-up, including client feedback collection and financial reconciliation.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in event planning or coordination, preferably within the hospitality sector.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Proficiency in event management software and standard office productivity tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients.
• A creative mindset with a strong understanding of event trends and logistics.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Opportunities to work on a wide variety of exciting events.
• Professional development and training in event management.
• A dynamic and supportive team environment.
• Employee benefits package including medical aid.