Lead Sports & Entertainment Event Manager

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Travel opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks an experienced Event Manager specializing in Sports & Entertainment to lead end-to-end planning and delivery of high-profile events. You will manage budgets, coordinate vendors, oversee logistics, and ensure exceptional experiences for attendees, sponsors, and stakeholders across sports, concerts, and festivals.

Collaborating with marketing and operations, you’ll drive timelines, risk assessments, and on-site execution from setup to teardown in dynamic,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in event management with a significant focus on sports and entertainment.
• Demonstrated success in managing large-scale events, including budget control and logistics.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Plan, budget, and execute all aspects of sports and entertainment events from conception to completion.
• Source, negotiate with, and manage relationships with vendors, suppliers, and contractors.
• Develop and implement detailed event timelines and operational plans, ensuring all logistical requirements are met.
• Oversee on-site event management, including setup, execution, staffing, and tear-down.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and security regulations.

Skills

Budget management

Vendor coordination

Logistics planning

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Event Management

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks an experienced Event Manager specializing in Sports & Entertainment to lead end-to-end planning and delivery of high-profile events. You will manage budgets, coordinate vendors, oversee logistics, and ensure exceptional experiences for attendees, sponsors, and stakeholders across sports, concerts, and festivals.

Collaborating with marketing and operations, you’ll drive timelines, risk assessments, and on-site execution from setup to teardown in dynamic,