Hybrid Event Internship: Learn & Lead in Paarl

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybride; ZAR 33 000 - 67 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Stipend

Mentorship

Hybrid work

Career growth

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Event Assistant for a hybrid role in Paarl, Western Cape. You will assist the senior team in planning, coordinating, and executing weddings, corporate events, and intimate gatherings, while gaining hands-on experience in event management and catering.

You will support administration and on-site tasks, communicate with clients and vendors, and contribute to budgets and timelines.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a qualification in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Marketing, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work varied hours, including some evenings and weekends, particularly during event dates.
• Ability to travel to various event locations within the Paarl, Western Cape region and surrounding areas.
• Prior experience in a customer-facing role or event-related internship is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Assist in planning and coordination of events from concept to execution.
• Communicate with clients, vendors, and staff to ensure smooth event flow.
• Prepare event documentation, timelines, checklists, and budgets.
• Help manage RSVPs and guest lists.
• Support on-site event setup and coordination, ensuring all details are in place.
• Assist with vendor management and negotiation.
• Conduct venue research and site visits as required.
• Manage event-related administrative tasks such as filing and scheduling.
• Provide exceptional service to clients and guests during events.
• Troubleshoot issues during planning or execution and contribute ideas for themes and decor.

Connaissances

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

MS Office

Multitasking

Teamwork

Flexibility

Formation

Hospitality/Event mgmt qualification

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Event Assistant for a hybrid role in Paarl, Western Cape. You will assist the senior team in planning, coordinating, and executing weddings, corporate events, and intimate gatherings, while gaining hands-on experience in event management and catering.

You will support administration and on-site tasks, communicate with clients and vendors, and contribute to budgets and timelines.