25 Event Managers jobs in South Africa

• Design and implement eventing and training across the company.
• Manage internal communication activities.
• Organize events such as product launches, training, and company experiences.
• Design, plan, and coordinate company staff and customer events/experiences.
• Manage invitations, budgeting, event planning, and execution.

Training Event Logistics:

• Coordinate training stock and shipments to ensure timely delivery.
• Manage operational event elements: lighting, sound, and projector facilities for training events.
• Oversee the execution of the event checklist to ensure all aspects are covered.

Marketing Collateral and Promotional Material Management:

• Manage merchandise stock and inventory efficiently.
• Production quotes, vendor coordination, and distribution.
• Plan and execute stock logistics for expos, including communication with accounts, freight services, and booth builders.
• Maintain communication with event organizers to ensure all requirements are met.
• Coordinate with various vendors (electricity, booth builders, catering) to ensure a smooth expo experience.
• Manage staff and roster for expos to ensure adequate coverage and support.

Travel Coordination in conjunction with events:

• Arrange flights and accommodations for staff and relevant stakeholders for company events.

Database Management:

• Facilitate the collection of customer contact details at events.
• Build and manage databases of clients, end-users, installers, etc. to support sales.

Experience:

• Brand marketing/eventing/event management experience.
• Experience in marketing, advertising, and communications.

Skills:

• Creative and energetic.
• Ability to manage and collate budgets.
• Time and project management skills.
• Good verbal and written communication.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in event logistics, stock management, and expo planning.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with vendors, event organizers, and team members.
• Proficiency in database management and data collection.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work under pressure.
• Detail-oriented and committed to delivering high-quality event experiences.

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Please only apply for this position if you meet all the requirements.

Overview

As an Events Manager at TsAfrika , you’ll be responsible for the end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of corporate and hospitality events that reflect the brand’s commitment to excellence and innovation in catering and event services.

• Plan and manage internal and external events, including corporate functions, launches, and client engagements.
• Develop event concepts aligned with TsAfrika’s brand and client expectations.
• Create detailed event proposals, budgets, and timelines.
• Liaise with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure seamless execution.
• Oversee logistics including venue setup, catering, staffing, and technical requirements.
• Coordinate event marketing and communications.
• Ensure compliance with safety, legal, and quality standards.
• Conduct post-event evaluations and report on outcomes.

• Proven experience in event planning and project management.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings.
• Familiarity with hospitality and catering operations is a plus.

This role blends creativity with operational precision, ideal for someone passionate about delivering memorable experiences in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Event Manager
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Type: Permanent

Your career.
Your next big event starts here.

About the Role

We’re seeking a driven and experienced Event Manager to oversee the delivery of high-quality corporate and public events. This role is responsible for conceptualisation, planning, implementation, financial management, and client retention. You’ll manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring events are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest professional standard.

Who the Client Is

This opportunity is with a leading corporate events and project management company, known for its innovation, operational excellence, and ability to deliver large-scale, high-profile events. The organisation prides itself on strong client partnerships, financial discipline, and a collaborative, high-performance culture.

What You’ll Do

• Manage events end-to-end: from concept, planning, implementation, and reporting to debrief.

• Draft and manage budgets, financial reconciliations, and procurement processes.

• Oversee supplier contracts, SLAs, and compliance with OHS, POPI, and client policies.

• Interpret client briefs and convert them into clear, actionable project plans.

• Deliver creative proposals and tenders in collaboration with internal and external partners.

• Build sustainable client relationships and identify opportunities for new business.

• Provide detailed project documentation including rollout plans, risk analyses, and reports.

• Ensure delivery of profitable projects aligned with divisional and company objectives.

What You Bring

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in event management, including at least 3 years managing large corporate or public events.

• Tertiary qualification in event management, project management, marketing, or hospitality (advantageous).

• Strong financial and procurement management skills.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with meticulous attention to detail.

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, and lead teams effectively.

• Advanced computer literacy (Microsoft Office); knowledge of Flooid or similar systems is beneficial.

• Willingness to travel, work overtime, and be away from home as required.

What Success Looks Like

• Seamless execution of high-profile events that meet client expectations.

• Achievement of financial targets and accurate, timely reporting.

• Strong, long-term relationships with clients and suppliers.

• Winning new business through credible, creative proposals.

• Reputation as a trusted and solutions-focused event professional.

As an
Events Manager
at
TsAfrika
, you'll be responsible for the end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of corporate and hospitality events that reflect the brand's commitment to excellence and innovation in catering and event services.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan and manage internal and external events, including corporate functions, launches, and client engagements.

• Develop event concepts aligned with TsAfrika's brand and client expectations.
• Create detailed event proposals, budgets, and timelines.
• Liaise with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure seamless execution.
• Oversee logistics including venue setup, catering, staffing, and technical requirements.
• Coordinate event marketing and communications.
• Ensure compliance with safety, legal, and quality standards.
• Conduct post-event evaluations and report on outcomes.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in event planning and project management.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings.
• Familiarity with hospitality and catering operations is a plus.

This role blends creativity with operational precision, ideal for someone passionate about delivering memorable experiences in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Position:
Event Manager

Location:
Cape Town CBD

Job type:
Full time (6-day weeks including weekends and evenings)

Start date:
As soon as possible

More about us:

Our client is one of Cape Town's premium event venues.  Our space is available for hire for a huge variety of functions and is the perfect location to celebrate and enjoy – whatever the reason.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engaging with potential clients via email, phone, and in-person viewings
• Crafting compelling proposals, quotes, and invoices
• Upselling venue services and building strong client relationships
• Managing event planning, orders, budgets, service providers and logistics coordination
• Overseeing seamless event execution alongside the operations team
• Ensure event is completed smoothly and step up to resolve any problems that might occur
• Analyze the event's success and prepare reports, feedback to the leadership team
• Driving to clients and service providers
• Management of employees if / when required
• Other duties when required from management

What we are looking for:

We're looking for a 
vibrant, well-spoken, and charismatic individual
 with a natural flair for sales and client relations. This role involves handling the full client journey—from the first email inquiry to the final event execution.

Minimum requirements:

• 3+ years experience as events manager
• Computer savvy, proficient in MS Office
• Valid Driver's license and own vehicle
• Exceptional communication skills, in English
• South African citizen.
• Clear credit and criminal record

Ideal requirements:

• Tertiary education in business management / project management or alike (ideal)

Soft skills:

• Fanatical attention to detail
• Customer centric
• A passion for delivering unforgettable event experiences
• Ability to multi-task and manage various projects simultaneously.
• Competent to handle high stress situations and stay calm under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build effective relationships.
• Independent worker but able to work in a team.
• Agile and flexible; willing to learn.

Please take note of the following:

• The client reserves the right not to make an appointment to the above position.
• Applicants who do not receive any response within a month can accept that their applications were unsuccessful.
• The client strives for equal opportunity in terms of its employment equity guidelines.

An Event Management Company based in Bryanston is looking for a Senior Events Manager/Coordinator to join their busy and growing team of professionals.

• Implementation and execution of a variety of events, product launches, conferences, functions, and incentives.
• Onsite event management from concept, execution through to closure.
• Negotiating pricing with suppliers for Best Available Rates to offer clients.
• Building and retaining relationships with clients.
• Following up with clients.
• Taking ownership of event folders and updating and following through thereof.

• Travel and Events Management Experience - in excess of 10 years.
• Liaison ability with airlines and hotels.
• Manage an event from start to finish including the management of the budget in Excel.
• Flexibility to work overtime and away from home.
• Experience and exposure to events such as exhibitions, product launches, roadshows, corporate events, conferences, and incentives management.
• Creativity and lateral thinking ability as well as negotiation skills.
• Multi-tasking skills and ability to operate in a high-pressure environment.
• Excellent Excel and PowerPoint skills.

• Matric
• 10 years experience

Details regarding package and remuneration will be discussed during the interview process.

An Event Management Company based in Bryanston is looking for a Senior Events Manager/Coordinator to join their busy and growing team of professionals.

• Implementation and execution of a variety of events, product launches, conferences, functions, incentives.
• Onsite event management from concept, execution through to closure.
• Negotiating of pricing with suppliers for Best Available Rates to offer clients.
• Building and retaining relationships with clients.
• Following up with clients.
• Taking ownership of event folders and updating and following through thereof.

• Travel and Events Management Experience - in excess of 10 years.
• Liaison ability with airlines and hotels.
• Manage an event from start to finish including the management of the budget in Excel.
• Flexibility to work overtime and away from home.
• Experience and exposure to events such as exhibitions, product launches, roadshows, corporate events, conferences & incentives management.
• Creativity and lateral thinking ability as well as negotiation skills.
• Multi-tasking skills and ability to operate in a high-pressure environment.
• Excellent Excel and PowerPoint skills.

• Matric
• 10 years experience.

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• Design and implement eventing and training across the company.
• Manage internal communication activities.
• Organize events such as product launches, training, and company experiences.
• Design, plan, and coordinate company staff and customer events/experiences.
• Manage invitations, budgeting, event planning, and execution.

Training Event Logistics:

• Coordinate training stock and shipments to ensure timely delivery.
• Manage operational event elements: lighting, sound, and projector facilities for training events.
• Oversee the execution of the event checklist to ensure all aspects are covered.

Marketing Collateral and Promotional Material Management:

• Manage merchandise stock and inventory efficiently.
• Production quotes, vendor coordination, and distribution.
• Plan and execute stock logistics for expos, including communication with accounts, freight services, and booth builders.
• Maintain communication with event organizers to ensure all requirements are met.
• Coordinate with various vendors (electricity, booth builders, catering) to ensure a smooth expo experience.
• Manage staff and roster for expos to ensure adequate coverage and support.

Travel Coordination in conjunction with events:

• Arrange flights and accommodations for staff and relevant stakeholders for company events.

Database Management:

• Facilitate the collection of customer contact details at events.
• Build and manage databases of clients, end-users, installers, etc., to support sales.

Experience:

• Brand marketing/eventing/event management experience.
• Experience in marketing, advertising, and communications.

Skills:

• Creative and energetic.
• Ability to manage and collate budgets.
• Time and project management skills.
• Good verbal and written communication.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in event logistics, stock management, and expo planning.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with vendors, event organizers, and team members.
• Proficiency in database management and data collection.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work under pressure.
• Detail-oriented and committed to delivering high-quality event experiences.

Market Related Salary

Please only apply for this position if you meet all the requirements.