Remote Event Planner - Sports

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 279,000 - 502,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work arrangement

Competitive contract rate

Exposure to major sports events

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Event Planner specializing in sports events. This contract role is fully remote, enabling you to manage high-profile sporting occasions virtually from anywhere.

You will oversee end-to-end planning, budgets, vendor negotiations, timelines, and staffing to ensure smooth logistics and exceptional participant experiences across events. A related Bachelor's degree is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in event planning with sports focus.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in event management software and virtual tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under pressure.
• Bachelor's degree in Event Management or related field is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute sports-related events from concept to completion.
• Manage event budgets, negotiate vendor contracts, and oversee supplier relationships.
• Develop event timelines, schedules, and logistics plans to meet deadlines.
• Coordinate event staffing, including volunteers and temporary personnel.
• Handle virtual event components like online registration and digital communication.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, permits, and insurance for events.

Skills

Event planning & management

Sports events

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Negotiation & communication

Event management software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, or related field

Tools

Event management software

Virtual collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Remote Event Planner specializing in sports events. This role is fully remote, allowing you to manage events from anywhere, with a focus on coordinating successful sports competitions, tournaments, and activations. You will be responsible for the end-to-end planning and execution of events, ensuring seamless logistical operations and exceptional participant experiences. The ideal candidate possesses strong organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and a proven track record in event management within the sports sector. This is a contract position offering flexibility and the chance to manage high-profile sporting occasions virtually.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute a variety of sports-related events, from concept to completion.


• Manage event budgets, negotiate vendor contracts, and oversee supplier relationships.


• Develop event timelines, schedules, and logistical plans, ensuring all deadlines are met.


• Coordinate event staffing, including volunteers and temporary personnel.


• Handle all aspects of virtual event components, such as online registration and digital communication.


• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, permits, and insurance requirements for events.

Requirements

• Proven experience in event planning and management, with a specific focus on sports events.


• Excellent organizational, project management, and multitasking abilities.


• Strong negotiation and communication skills.


• Proficiency in event management software and virtual collaboration tools.


• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under pressure.


• Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, or a related field is advantageous.

Benefits

• Flexible remote work arrangement, enabling you to work from any location.


• Competitive contract rate commensurate with experience.


• Opportunity to manage diverse and exciting sports events remotely.


• Gain experience working with a reputable organization in the sports industry.


• Be part of a results-oriented team that values efficiency and excellence in event execution.