Job Description
Events Manager | JHB – Parkhurst | Events Company
We are seeking an experienced EVENTS MANAGER to join the dynamic events team based in Parkhurst. The ideal candidate will have minimum 5 years of experience in the events industry and will be responsible for the day-to-day management and execution of high-quality events, from planning to post-event evaluation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Event Coordination: Oversee the management and execution of scheduled events.
- Stakeholder Coordination: Organize meetings, set agendas, take minutes, and distribute them to all relevant stakeholders.
- Supplier & Venue Management: Manage relationships with suppliers and venues to ensure smooth execution of events.
- Client Liaison: Professionally manage ongoing communication with clients.
- Budget Management: Develop, manage, and reconcile event budgets.
- Delegate Management: Oversee the invitation and RSVP process, ensuring smooth management of delegate logistics.
- Promotional & Design Management: Source and manage promotional items, signage, branding, and collateral design for events.
- AV & Entertainment: Coordinate audiovisual requirements and entertainment, ensuring all elements meet event needs.
- Crew & Event Management: Brief and manage event crews, troubleshoot on-site issues, and ensure seamless event execution.
- Post-Event Analysis: Conduct post-event evaluations, including budget reconciliations and feedback reports.
Required Skills & Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in the event industry.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel for preparing budgets, quotes, and reconciling expenses.
- Experience preparing PowerPoint presentations for event pitches.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
- Exceptional time management and organizational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure, especially during event setup, execution, and post-event wrap-up.
- Willingness to work outside of regular office hours, including weekends and after hours as necessary.
Additional Details:
- National travel may be required for specific events.
- Due to the nature of the industry, overtime will not be paid as the salary offered is above the required threshold for overtime compensation.
Salary package:
- Gross approx. ZAR 29000
- Petrol and cell phone cost reimbursement
To apply for Events Manager | JHB – Parkhurst | Events Company, please send your CV in WORD document WITH UP-TO-DATE EMPLOYMENT HISTORY AND A FULL-LENGTH PHOTO INSERTED ON THE CV.
We appreciate all applications. However, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment, within 10 working days of the application.
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