Senior Event Manager - Experiential Marketing

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive package

Project bonuses

Diverse campaigns

Innovative tech

Creative environment Kimberley

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Event Manager to lead experiential marketing campaigns across Kimberley and surrounding regions. You will conceptualize, plan, and execute high-impact brand events from ideation to post-event analysis.

The role demands strong project management, vendor negotiation, budgeting, and on-site leadership, delivering flawless events under pressure for a diverse client base in the Northern Cape.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Event Management, Communications or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in event management with experiential marketing or brand activations.
• Proven track record planning and executing complex events end-to-end.
• Excellent project management, with ability to manage multiple projects.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Outstanding organizational and detail-oriented abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in event management software and MS Office Suite.
• Flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required by events.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, plan, and manage a diverse portfolio of experiential events aligned with client objectives.
• Develop proposals, budgets, timelines, and manage them effectively.
• Source, negotiate with, and manage vendor relationships (venues, catering, AV, entertainment).
• Oversee all logistical aspects: setup, staffing, registration, teardown.
• Ensure events meet high standards of quality, safety, and client satisfaction.
• Conduct post-event evaluations and provide KPI-based reports.
• Manage crises and troubleshoot issues during live events.
• Stay updated on industry trends and innovative event technologies.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless event delivery.

Skills

Project management

Vendor management

Budgeting

Event production

Communication

MS Office

Experiential marketing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing / Event Management

Tools

Event management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading experiential marketing agency, is seeking a highly organized and creative Senior Event Manager to spearhead their high-impact events across Kimberley and surrounding regions. This role is crucial for conceptualizing, planning, and executing memorable brand experiences that captivate audiences and drive engagement. You will manage all facets of event production, from initial ideation and budgeting to vendor liaison, on-site execution, and post-event analysis. The ideal candidate will possess a flair for creativity, meticulous organizational skills, and a proven ability to deliver flawlessly executed events under pressure. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients and contribute to innovative campaigns within the dynamic marketing and events sector in the Northern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, plan, and manage a diverse portfolio of experiential marketing events, ensuring alignment with client objectives.
• Develop detailed event proposals, budgets, and timelines, and manage them effectively.
• Source, negotiate with, and manage relationships with a wide range of vendors, including venues, caterers, AV suppliers, and entertainment providers.
• Oversee all logistical aspects of event execution, including setup, staffing, registration, and teardown.
• Ensure all events are executed to the highest standards of quality, safety, and client satisfaction.
• Conduct post-event evaluations, analyzing performance against KPIs and providing comprehensive reports.
• Manage event crises and troubleshoot issues effectively during live events.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and innovative event technologies.
• Collaborate with internal teams (creative, account management) to ensure seamless event delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Event Management, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in event management, with a focus on experiential marketing or brand activations.
• Proven track record of successfully planning and executing complex events from conception to completion.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Exceptional organizational abilities and meticulous attention to detail.
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in event management software and MS Office Suite.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by event schedules.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package and potential for project bonuses.
• Opportunity to work on exciting and diverse brand campaigns.
• Gain valuable experience in the fast-paced experiential marketing industry.
• Exposure to innovative event technologies and strategies.
• A dynamic and creative work environment in Kimberley .