Senior Sports Event Lead (Hybrid, Cape Town)

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Paid time off

Professional development

Networking opportunities

Exposure to major events

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town, Western Cape, invites a Senior Sports Event Manager to lead end-to-end planning and execution of major sports events that elevate brand and audience engagement.

The role blends strategic thinking with meticulous organization, offers hybrid work, and requires 6+ years in sports events, strong budgets, vendor management, and stakeholder leadership. You will drive memorable sporting experiences across the region.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive experience in event management, with focus on sports events.
• Ability to manage complex budgets and deliver large-scale events.
• Strong organizational, planning and multitasking skills.
• Excellent negotiation and vendor management capabilities.
• Proven leadership and stakeholder relationship-building abilities.
• Proficiency with standard office tools and event software.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end management of major sports events from concept to on-site execution and post-event analysis.
• Develop innovative event strategies aligned with brand objectives and audience engagement.
• Manage logistics: venue, vendors, scheduling, staffing.
• Oversee event marketing, promotions, and ticketing strategies to maximize attendance and revenue.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Build and maintain relationships with sponsors, athletes, media, and stakeholders.
• Monitor budgets and control costs to maximize ROI.
• Conduct post-event evaluations to identify areas for improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Event Management Degree

Sports Management Degree

Marketing Degree

Tools

Event management software

Job description

Placements24 in Cape Town, Western Cape, invites a Senior Sports Event Manager to lead end-to-end planning and execution of major sports events that elevate brand and audience engagement.

The role blends strategic thinking with meticulous organization, offers hybrid work, and requires 6+ years in sports events, strong budgets, vendor management, and stakeholder leadership. You will drive memorable sporting experiences across the region.