Sports Events Lead – Hybrid, Community Impact

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Sports Event Coordinator to plan and manage sports events in and around Rustenburg, with a focus on engaging the local community.

The role covers budgeting, logistics, vendor coordination, and on-site operations, with a hybrid work model and opportunities for professional growth. You will collaborate with stakeholders, vendors, and volunteers to deliver high-quality events.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and managing sporting or large-scale events.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with event management software and office tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute sports events from concept to completion.
• Develop budgets and monitor costs to meet targets.
• Coordinate venues, catering, security, and vendors for smooth operations.
• Create promotional strategies to boost attendance and participation.
• Oversee on-site operations, volunteer coordination, and registration.

Skills

Event planning

Budgeting

Vendor coordination

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Event Management or related field

Tools

Event management software

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Sports Event Coordinator to plan and manage sports events in and around Rustenburg, with a focus on engaging the local community.

The role covers budgeting, logistics, vendor coordination, and on-site operations, with a hybrid work model and opportunities for professional growth. You will collaborate with stakeholders, vendors, and volunteers to deliver high-quality events.