Events Executive

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A global media and events company is seeking an Events Executive to support the delivery of global events and ensure sponsor expectations are met with precision. Candidates should have 1-2 years of relevant experience and excellent communication skills. This role involves coordinating deliverables, managing logistics, and maintaining accurate records. The position is based in Cape Town and allows for a hybrid work model, with compensation set at R25,000.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of relevant experience in events or project coordination.
• Excellent relationship-building skills.
• Detail-oriented and capable of multitasking.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate sponsor deliverables and ensure timely fulfilment.
• Support logistics and tracking for various events.
• Serve as key contact for sponsors, providing updates.

Skills

Highly organized

Excellent communication

Relationship-building

Multitasking ability

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Tools

Cvent

Evessio

Hubspot

Canva

PowerPoint

Job description

Events Executive

Support global events and manage sponsor relationships in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

Cape Town (Remote/ Hybrid)· Events & Media · R25 000 · 9am–5pm UK Hours

About Our Client

Our client is a global media and events company focused on international education. They run a portfolio of industry events across different regions, offering sponsors opportunities for targeted engagement and brand exposure. Known for their professional delivery and client-focused approach, they are growing their events team in South Africa.

The Role: Events Executive

This role supports the successful delivery of global events by ensuring sponsor expectations are met and executed with precision. You will coordinate deliverables, maintain accurate communications, and help drive a professional and smooth sponsor experience from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities

• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in events or related coordination roles
• Coordinate sponsor deliverables and ensure accurate, timely fulfilment
• Serve as a key point of contact for sponsors, providing regular updates and clear communication
• Support event logistics, timelines, and deliverable tracking
• Assist with sponsor reporting, feedback, and post-event wrap-ups
• Maintain up-to-date records using event management and CRM systems
• Contribute to the planning and execution of multiple events across international time zones

About You

• 1–2 years of relevant experience in events, client services, or project coordination
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong multitasking ability
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Commercially aware with a proactive, ownership-driven mindset
• Confident speaker, comfortable in client-facing conversations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with tools like Cvent, Evessio, or Hubspot is a plus
• Bonus: basic design or formatting experience using Canva or PowerPoint