- De Waterkant
- Salary: R15 000.00 - R25 000.00 Per Month
- Commission: 10%
- Job Type: Contract
- Sectors: Entertainment Hospitality
- Reference: eventcoorc160326
Vacancy Details
Employer: Masibambane Recruit
An Event Coordinator and Acquirer plans, executes, and secures all aspects of events, including finding venues, negotiating vendor contracts, and managing budgets. Key responsibilities include identifying opportunities, managing logistics (catering, AV, registration), ensuring on-site execution, and managing stakeholder relationships to deliver successful, cost-effective events.
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Key Responsibilities
- Acquisition & Negotiation: Research venues and vendors (caterers, decorators, A/V), negotiate contracts, and secure the best value to stay within budget.
- Planning & Logistics: Develop detailed event timelines, coordinate attendee registration, manage travel/lodging, and organize seating/dining arrangements.
- Event Execution: Oversee on-site setup, manage vendors on the day of the event, troubleshoot potential problems, and ensure smooth operation.
- Communication & Support: Liaise between clients, vendors, and internal teams, providing exceptional customer service and managing RSVP tracking.
- Post-Event Follow-up: Evaluate event success, process final payments, and gather feedback for future improvements.
Required Skills
- Sales: 3 to 4 years
- Eventing: 3 to 4 years
Candidate Requirements
- Experience: Proven experience as an event coordinator or in a similar role.
- Skills: Exceptional organizational, multitasking, and negotiation skills.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for dealing with vendors and clients.
- Technical: Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and, in some cases, project management software.
- Flexibility: Ability to work on weekends and evenings, and remain calm under pressure.
- Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Public Relations, or Business Administration. ( not essential )
- Existing network of vendor contacts.
- Experience managing large budgets and tracking expenses
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