Project Lead & Senior Events Manager

Solutions Group Events; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An event management organization in South Africa is seeking a dynamic Senior Events Manager to lead the planning and execution of various events. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in event coordination, with a background in an event agency or similar organization. Strong project management and communication skills are essential as you will oversee logistics, engage with clients, and manage vendors to ensure successful events.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in event coordination.
• Experience working in an event agency or similar organization.
• Strong project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day event logistics from concept to delivery.
• Source and manage local suppliers and venues.
• Attend client meetings and respond to client requests.

Skills

Project management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Supplier management

Job description

A JHB-based Event Management company has a vacancy for a dynamic and detail-oriented Senior Events Manager to lead the planning, coordination, and execution of events with at least 10 years’ experience. Candidates need to have worked within anevent agency, incentive travel company, group travel division of a travel company, or a Professional Conference Organiser (PCO), or within a similar events-focused organisation.

What You will Do

• Manage day-to-day event logistics from concept to delivery.
• Break down complex projects into detailed task lists, timelines, and workflows

Stakeholder & Supplier Management

• Source, negotiate with and manage local suppliers and venues
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless execution
• Manage budgets, invoicing and documentation for all event projects

Client Engagement

• Attend client meetings and virtual calls; take clear actions and follow-ups
• Respond to client requests with clarity, professionalism and urgency
• Support senior team members in preparing pitches, presentations and reports

What We’re Looking For

• 10+ years’ experience in event coordination
• Candidates need to have worked within anevent agency, incentive travel company, group travel division of a travel company, or a Professional Conference Organiser (PCO), or within a similar events-focused organisation.
• Strong project management skills – you love breaking big ideas into small tasks
• Clear written and verbal communication, with excellent interpersonal skills
• Comfortable with multiple simultaneous projects and tight deadlines
• Confidence in managing suppliers and clients professionally
• Resilient under pressure, especially with demanding clients and high standards
• Ability to work independently
• Willingness to travel