Sports Event Planner

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Event-based bonuses

High-profile events exposure

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a meticulous and creative Sports Event Planner to conceptualize and execute impactful sporting events, overseeing all phases from ideation and budgeting to on-site execution. You will collaborate with stakeholders, vendors and internal teams to deliver memorable, safe events that meet strategic objectives, with opportunities for professional growth.

The role offers a dynamic, collaborative environment and a pathway to manage high-profile sports events in a

Qualifications

• Proven experience in event planning and management, preferably within the sports sector.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Proficiency in budgeting and financial tracking.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute a variety of sporting events, ensuring seamless delivery.
• Develop detailed event budgets, manage expenditures, and track financial performance.
• Liaise with vendors, sponsors, and venue management to secure necessary resources and services.
• Develop event timelines, run sheets, and contingency plans.
• Oversee event logistics, including venue setup, staffing, security, and participant management.
• Conduct post-event evaluations to gather feedback and identify areas for improvement.

Job description

Our client is seeking a meticulous and creative Sports Event Planner to conceptualize and execute impactful sporting events in Sandton. This role involves managing all facets of event planning, from initial ideation and budgeting to on-site execution and post-event analysis. You will work closely with stakeholders, vendors, and internal teams to ensure successful, memorable, and safe events that meet strategic objectives. This is an ideal position for a proactive individual passionate about delivering exceptional sports experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute a variety of sporting events, ensuring seamless delivery.
• Develop detailed event budgets, manage expenditures, and track financial performance.
• Liaise with vendors, sponsors, and venue management to secure necessary resources and services.
• Develop event timelines, run sheets, and contingency plans.
• Oversee event logistics, including venue setup, staffing, security, and participant management.
• Conduct post-event evaluations to gather feedback and identify areas for improvement.

Requirements

• Proven experience in event planning and management, preferably within the sports sector.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Proficiency in budgeting and financial tracking.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for event-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to manage high-profile sports events.
• Professional growth and development in the events industry.
• Dynamic and collaborative team environment.
• Gain experience in a fast-paced and exciting sector.