Recreation Activities Coordinator

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with overtime

Access to organized activities

Growth opportunities in event管理

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Recreation Activities Coordinator to develop and manage a diverse program of activities for residents and visitors in Mahikeng, enhancing quality of life and community engagement through leisure and recreation.

You will plan, organize, and execute events from sports and fitness to cultural gatherings, coordinating venues, resources, and vendors while gathering feedback to continually improve offerings in a welcoming, safe environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in event planning, program coordination, or recreation management.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Creativity and the ability to think outside the box for activity planning.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by event schedules.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute a varied schedule of recreational activities, events, and programs.
• Develop new and engaging activity ideas to cater to diverse interests and age groups.
• Manage activity logistics, including venue booking, resource allocation, and vendor coordination.
• Promote activities through various channels to ensure high participation rates.
• Oversee the setup and cleanup of activity venues, ensuring they are safe and welcoming.
• Gather feedback from participants to continuously improve program offerings.

Skills

Event planning

Program coordination

Recreation management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Flexible hours

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and energetic Recreation Activities Coordinator to develop and manage a diverse program of activities for residents and visitors in Mahikeng . This role is central to enhancing the quality of life and promoting engagement within the community through leisure and recreational pursuits. You will be responsible for planning, organizing, and executing a wide range of events and programs, from sports and fitness to cultural and social gatherings. The ideal candidate is an excellent planner, communicator, and people-person with a passion for creating memorable experiences and fostering a vibrant community spirit.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute a varied schedule of recreational activities, events, and programs.
• Develop new and engaging activity ideas to cater to diverse interests and age groups.
• Manage activity logistics, including venue booking, resource allocation, and vendor coordination.
• Promote activities through various channels to ensure high participation rates.
• Oversee the setup and cleanup of activity venues, ensuring they are safe and welcoming.
• Gather feedback from participants to continuously improve program offerings.

Requirements

• Experience in event planning, program coordination, or recreation management.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Creativity and the ability to think outside the box for activity planning.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by event schedules.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential for overtime compensation.
• Access to participate in many of the organized activities.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in event management.
• A dynamic role contributing to the social fabric of Mahikeng .
• Work in a community-focused environment with varied and exciting projects.