Senior Event Manager - Sporting Events

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 300 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical aid

Provident fund

Vacation time

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Event Manager in Pretoria to lead the planning, execution and post-event analysis of major sporting events. The role requires meticulous organisation, strong logistics and long-lead budgets.

You will coordinate sponsors, federations, authorities and volunteers while delivering world-class events that enhance our client’s brand in the Leisure & Sports sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in event management, with focus on sporting events.
• Experience managing budgets of significant scale and complexity.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under pressure.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of event logistics, risk management, and operational planning.

Responsabilités

• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of large-scale sporting events in Pretoria.
• Develop comprehensive event plans including timelines, budgets, resource allocation and risk strategies.
• Manage venue, suppliers, ticketing, accreditation and on-site operations.
• Liaise with sponsors, federations, authorities, media and volunteers to ensure delivery.
• Develop and implement marketing and communications plans to maximise attendance and coverage.
• Oversee staffing, recruitment, training and management of personnel and volunteers.
• Conduct post-event evaluations and prepare reports on performance and financial outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, security and environmental regulations.

Connaissances

Event management

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Logistics planning

Negotiation

Communication

Formation

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

Outils

Event management software

Project management tools

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a leading organization in the Leisure & Sports industry, is seeking a highly organized and experienced Senior Event Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and post-event analysis of major sporting events. This role, based in Pretoria , requires a meticulous professional with a passion for sports and a proven ability to manage complex logistics, budgets, and stakeholders. The successful candidate will be instrumental in delivering world-class events that enhance our client's brand reputation and engage the sports community. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the vibrant Leisure & Sports scene in Pretoria and play a key role in shaping memorable sporting experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of large-scale sporting events, ensuring seamless coordination and delivery in Pretoria .
• Develop comprehensive event project plans, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
• Manage all logistical aspects of events, such as venue selection, supplier negotiations, ticketing, accreditation, and on-site operations.
• Liaise with various stakeholders, including sponsors, sports federations, local authorities, media, and volunteers, to ensure successful event delivery.
• Develop and implement marketing and communication plans for events to maximize attendance and media coverage.
• Oversee event staffing, including recruitment, training, and management of event personnel and volunteers.
• Conduct post-event evaluations, analyze feedback, and prepare comprehensive reports on event performance and financial outcomes.
• Ensure all events comply with health, safety, security, and environmental regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in event management, with a strong focus on sporting events within the Leisure & Sports sector.
• Demonstrated experience in managing budgets of significant scale and complexity.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of event logistics, risk management, and operational planning.
• Proficiency in event management software and project management tools.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders and managing public relations aspects of events in Pretoria .

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary package, reflective of the senior nature of this role, along with performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive benefits program including medical aid, a provident fund, and ample vacation time. Employees benefit from opportunities for professional development and advancement within the Leisure & Sports industry. The role provides a unique chance to work on high-profile sporting events in Pretoria , gaining invaluable experience and contributing to the growth of the sports entertainment landscape.