10 Event Organizer jobs in South Africa

Job Responsibilities

• 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.

Desired Experience & Qualifications

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.

Package & Remuneration

Market Related Salary

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Job Responsibilities 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. Desired Experience & Qualifications 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. Package & Remuneration Market Related Salary Interested? Please only apply for this position if you meet all the requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Responsibilities 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. Desired Experience & Qualifications 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. Package & Remuneration Market Related Salary Interested? Please only apply for this position if you meet all the requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Event Technology AV Support Specialist - EY wavespace

EY Technology :

Technology has always been at the heart of what we do and deliver at EY. We need technology to keep an organization the size of ours working efficiently. We have 4000 people in more than 140 countries all of whom rely on secure technology to do their jobs every single day. Everything from the laptops we use to the ability to work remotely on our mobile devices and connect our people and our clients to enabling hundreds of internal tools and external solutions delivered to our clients. Technology solutions are integrated into the client services we deliver and are key to us being more innovative as an organization.

EY Technology supports our technology needs through three business units :

Client Technology (CT) - focuses on developing new technology services for our clients. It enables EY to identify new technology-based opportunities faster and pursue those opportunities more rapidly.

Enterprise Technology (ET) ET supports our Core Business Services functions and will deliver fit-for-purpose technology infrastructure at the lowest possible cost for quality services. ET will also support our internal technology needs by focusing on a better user experience.

Information Security (Info Sec) - Info Sec prevents detects responds to and mitigates cyber-risk protecting EY and client data and our information management systems.

The opportunity

EY wavespaces are at the forefront of EYs Digital Strategy and because of this EY has been identified as the Industry Leader in Digital Transformation. There are currently 25 flagship wavespaces and approximately 25 satellite wavespaces and the number of locations is growing. The wavespaces are a crucial vehicle for EY business to engage with existing and connect to future clients. They are highly connected forming a powerful network for the EY business to connect sessions and teams. Wavespace helps our clients respond to disruptive forces and new digital challenges.

The wavespace AV / Technology Support Specialist will act as a dedicated on-site support wavespace specialist and the technical first point of contact for meetings and events held in their respective geographic this role they should be able to deliver quality client service be equipped with appropriate knowledge and be well-versed technically in EYs technology landscape. The wavespace Support Specialist will also need to maintain ongoing relationships with Regional and Team Leads as well as the Global Event Enablement team ensuring open communication and addition theyll need the ability to build ongoing relationships with other EY Technology teams and Service Line functions to provide relevant services and opportunities.

One of the facilities supported by EY wavespace is located in Johannesburg. EYs Digital Operations Hub in Johannesburg is a venue where we support both single and multi-client events to address all client business needs. EY is equipped with AV technology and other tools to demonstrate solutions tailored to client requirements. This role will provide technical support for our operations in Johannesburg.

Your key responsibilities

• Assist with local on-site and off-site support for firm-sponsored wavespace functions / meetings including a deep understanding and knowledge of network infrastructure lab / wavespace internal networks and the EY network.
• Assist with the deployment of hardware and software to end users (including the installation configuration and testing of more complex firm hardware).
• Assist with provisioning and de-provisioning processes including setting up hardware / software for the wavespace support team.
• Assist with (or coordinate) the repair of end-user hardware and / or lab hardware and the reinstallation of software as necessary to resolve end-user incidents as well as wavespace-specific technologies (e.g. MS Surface Hubs iPads Microsoft Surface tablets Digital Signal Processors Microphone systems wireless presentation systems etc.) including the maintenance of these technologies.
• Support technology applications including MURAL Miro Zeetings Slido Co Create and others.
• Additional applications Bluejeans Webex Teams.
• AV components Screens Projectors Audio / Visual matrix Digital Signal processors Cameras Oblong etc.
• Additional AV Components Raritan (KVM) Box computers NVX Endpoints ChromeSticks Analogway 360 Cameras.
• Support AV software Ventuz Light Key (Astera Lights Titan Lights) AppSpace Crestron QSYS Gitbash Solstice OSC Designer Analogway.
• Support lab-specific hardware - Samsung Flip MS HoloLens / Oculus Rift 3D Printer Digital fabrication machines.
• Additional Hardware Oculus Go Surface Studio Drones.
• Operating System Support Windows 10 Apple Mac OS (Both EY loadset and consumer) at an Intermediate Level.
• Knowledge in utilizing NAS capabilities and secure storage.
• Understand and interpret specialized network configurations (i.e. enablement of AirCast for iOS devices on the network).
• Maintain on-site servers for event use (Value Creation Tool) Windows Kiosk mode and Kiosk mode on iPads.
• Communicate and manage relationships with vendors.
• Analyze network issues and report appropriately to have them addressed quickly (i.e. Cisco proprietary).
• Track and resolve all related incidents and service requests in the Ticket Management System; identify sources and trends of technical problems to prevent future occurrences.
• Under minimal supervision provide after-hours service for escalated issues from the Service Desk Team Lead or wavespace stakeholder.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of the EY Technology organization and service offerings to identify how best to address end-user technology needs and incidents.
• Understand the Firms business and organization sufficiently to anticipate and resolve end-user technology issues that affect the productivity of Firm personnel.

Analytical / Decision Making Responsibilities :

Strong analytical skills are required to address end-user incidents escalated from a customer in the wavespace session or the capability to anticipate and resolve an issue.

Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Children Activity,Access Control,Human Resources Administration,Government,Actuary,Hydraulics

Employment Type : Temp

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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Event Technology AV Support Specialist - EY wavespace

EY Technology:

Technology is central to EY's operations, supporting over 400,000 employees across more than 140 countries. Our technology infrastructure includes laptops, mobile devices, internal tools, and external solutions that enable seamless client and internal services.

EY Technology is organized into three units:

1. Client Technology (CT): Focuses on developing new technology services for clients, enabling faster identification and pursuit of technology opportunities.
2. Enterprise Technology (ET): Supports core business functions with cost-effective, quality technology infrastructure and enhances internal user experience.
3. Information Security (Info Sec): Protects data and systems from cyber risks through prevention, detection, response, and mitigation.

The opportunity

EY wavespaces are key to our Digital Strategy, recognized as industry leaders in digital transformation. With 25 flagship and approximately 25 satellite locations, they serve as hubs for client engagement and innovation, helping clients navigate digital disruptions.

The wavespace AV/Technology Support Specialist will act as a dedicated on-site support for wavespace events, serving as the first technical contact. The role requires delivering quality client service, maintaining strong relationships with regional, global, teams, and other EY technology units, and providing technical expertise across EY’s technology landscape.

Supporting operations in Johannesburg, this role involves providing technical support for events using AV technology and other tools tailored to client needs.

Your key responsibilities

• Provide on-site and remote support for wavespace sessions, including understanding network infrastructure and internal networks.
• Deploy and configure hardware and software for end users and support hardware repairs and reinstallation.
• Support and maintain AV components such as screens, projectors, microphones, cameras, and related software like Ventuz, Light Key, and Crestron.
• Assist with lab-specific hardware and operating systems, including Windows and Mac OS.
• Manage relationships with vendors, analyze network issues, and handle incident tracking and resolution.
• Provide after-hours support for escalated issues, ensuring minimal disruption to sessions.
• Stay informed about EY’s technology offerings and anticipate end-user needs to enhance productivity.

Analytical/Decision Making Responsibilities:

Requires strong analytical skills to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently and proactively.

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Our client, a leading foundry company based in Boksburg, is seeking an experienced Event Coordinator to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating and executing various events, including golf days, expos, and marketing events, to promote the company's brand and products. This is a full-time position with a salary range of R 35 000 to R 40 000 per month.

Key Responsibilities:

- Plan, organize, and coordinate all company events, including golf days, expos, and marketing events.

- Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, sponsors, and other event partners.

- Create event budgets and manage expenses to ensure cost-effectiveness.

- Coordinate event logistics, including venue selection, catering, transportation, and audiovisual equipment.

- Collaborate with the marketing team to develop event marketing materials and promote events through various channels.

- Manage event registration and attendee communication.

- Oversee event setup, execution, and breakdown.

- Conduct post-event evaluations and report on event success and areas for improvement.

- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in event coordination.

Qualifications and Experience:

- Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field.

- Minimum of 3 years of experience in event coordination, preferably in the industrial or manufacturing industry.

- Proven track record of successfully planning and executing events of various sizes.

- Excellent project management, organizational, and time management skills.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

- Proficiency in MS Office and event management software.

- Knowledge of event marketing and social media strategies.

- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required for events.

If you are a highly motivated and organized individual with a passion for event planning and marketing, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Our client offers a competitive salary and a dynamic work environment. Don't miss this chance to join a growing company in the foundry industry. Apply now!

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The Ecoforestry Institute Society is the trustee and steward of Wildwood Ecoforest. They hold the property on behalf of the people of BC and provide a range of educational opportunities. They are seeking Board members with an interest or hands-on experience in Ecoforestry, education, Homestead operations (booking and guest interactions), infrastructure building, truth and reconciliation, youth, communications, and public events.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Project management and communication skills.
2. Ability to be a team player.
3. Good computer skills.
4. Event coordination skills.
5. Fundraising skills.

Events Coordinator

The Ecoforestry Institute will be hosting several public events at Wildwood, including a birthday party, open houses, music, and arts events. Volunteers for the Events Coordinator position need the ability to plan and organize an event from beginning to end (training provided), have good people skills, be a good team player, and have a good eye for detail. Volunteers who live in the Ladysmith, Yellow Point, Nanaimo, and Cedar areas would be helpful.

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Event Logistics and Social Media Coordinator

Lumi Global powers the meetings and elections that matter for the world’s most trusted decisions, ensuring seamless, engaging experiences for all stakeholders. Lumi’s innovative technology seamlessly connects virtual and in-person participants in one interactive, near-real-time environment.

With over 30 years of industry leadership, Lumi Global specializes in simplifying the complex, offering personalized service and global support. We transform elections, annual meetings, member-based meetings, legislative meetings, IR meetings, and earnings calls, enabling virtual and in-person participants to make the most informed decisions.

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and organized Event Logistics and Social Media Coordinator to join our South Africa team. This hybrid role combines marketing event planning expertise with social media coordination to ensure the seamless execution of events and the delivery of engaging digital content.

Key Responsibilities

Event Logistics (60%)

1. Strategic Alignment: Apply the integrated marketing event strategy across all coordinated events, ensuring consistency with Lumi Global's annual objectives through collaboration with internal teams.
2. Planning & Execution: Coordinate logistics for Lumi Global marketing events, including exhibitions, conferences, and webinars.
3. Vendor Management: Liaise with venues, suppliers, partners, and vendors to secure contracts, manage budgets, and ensure timely delivery of services.
4. Data Processing & Campaign Planning: Manage and process attendee lists, enhancing data accuracy by completing missing details. Collaborate with the campaign team to develop targeted strategies for maximizing exposure and engagement around event attendance.
5. On-Site Execution Support: Brief and coordinate with the on-site team to ensure all booked and confirmed logistics, including venue setup and vendor deliverables, are executed as planned for seamless event operations.
6. On-Site Coordination: Oversee event setup, participant authentication, and troubleshooting to ensure smooth operations for virtual, hybrid, and in-person environments.
7. Post-Event Reporting: Collect feedback, analyze event performance, and provide detailed reports to stakeholders.
8. Webinar Management: Lead the end-to-end coordination of Lumi Global’s webinars, including conceptualizing topics, crafting engaging content, securing expert speakers, and working with the campaign team to manage invitations, pre-webinar promotions, and post-webinar follow-ups to maximize audience engagement and impact.

Social Media Management (40%)

1. Social Media Posting: Schedule and post content across social media platforms according to the strategies and schedule provided by the content and digital teams.
2. Content Creation: Develop, schedule, and manage social media posts to promote Lumi’s events and engage audiences on platforms like LinkedIn and Instagram.
3. Live Event Coverage: Provide real-time updates on social media during Lumi Global’s events to boost online engagement.
4. Community Engagement: Interact with followers, respond to inquiries, and build meaningful connections with Lumi’s Global online community.
5. Staying up to date: Stay up to date with the latest social media trends, tools, and best practices.
6. Analytics & Insights: Monitor social media performance metrics, evaluate success, and optimize content strategies.
7. Campaign Alignment: Work closely with Lumi Global’s marketing team to ensure social media efforts align with broader campaigns and objectives.

Skills & Experience

1. Experience: 2–3 years in event planning, social media management, or a related role.
2. Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Event Management, or a related field is preferred.

Technical Skills:

1. Proficiency in social media platforms and tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer).
2. Basic graphic design skills (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) are highly recommended.
3. HubSpot experience is a plus.

What We Offer:

1. Competitive salary and benefits package.
2. Flexible hybrid work environment.
3. Opportunities for career growth and professional development within a global organization.
4. A collaborative team culture that values innovation, creativity, and excellence.

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to apply by submitting their CV. A cover letter detailing their relevant experience and why they are a good fit for this role is not mandatory but highly appreciated. Our recruitment team will review applications and contact shortlisted candidates for an initial introductory call. Successful candidates will then be invited for a three-stage interview process: the first stage will focus on your technical and analytical skills. The second stage will involve a more in-depth conversation with senior management, focusing on your business acumen, experience, and how you align with our company's goals. Finally, you will be asked to complete a practical case study assessment to demonstrate your technical skills and problem-solving abilities.

Use our contact form and select "I'm interested in jobs at Lumi Global" to share your details with us.

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Event Logistics and Social Media Coordinator Lumi Global powers the meetings and elections that matter for the world’s most trusted decisions, ensuring seamless, engaging experiences for all stakeholders. Lumi’s innovative technology seamlessly connects virtual and in-person participants in one interactive, near-real-time environment. With over 30 years of industry leadership, Lumi Global specializes in simplifying the complex, offering personalized service and global support. We transform elections, annual meetings, member-based meetings, legislative meetings, IR meetings, and earnings calls, enabling virtual and in-person participants to make the most informed decisions. Role Overview We are seeking a proactive and organized Event Logistics and Social Media Coordinator to join our South Africa team. This hybrid role combines marketing event planning expertise with social media coordination to ensure the seamless execution of events and the delivery of engaging digital content. Key Responsibilities Event Logistics (60%) Strategic Alignment: Apply the integrated marketing event strategy across all coordinated events, ensuring consistency with Lumi Global's annual objectives through collaboration with internal teams. Planning & Execution: Coordinate logistics for Lumi Global marketing events, including exhibitions, conferences, and webinars. Vendor Management: Liaise with venues, suppliers, partners, and vendors to secure contracts, manage budgets, and ensure timely delivery of services. Data Processing & Campaign Planning: Manage and process attendee lists, enhancing data accuracy by completing missing details. Collaborate with the campaign team to develop targeted strategies for maximizing exposure and engagement around event attendance. On-Site Execution Support: Brief and coordinate with the on-site team to ensure all booked and confirmed logistics, including venue setup and vendor deliverables, are executed as planned for seamless event operations. On-Site Coordination: Oversee event setup, participant authentication, and troubleshooting to ensure smooth operations for virtual, hybrid, and in-person environments. Post-Event Reporting: Collect feedback, analyze event performance, and provide detailed reports to stakeholders. Webinar Management: Lead the end-to-end coordination of Lumi Global’s webinars, including conceptualizing topics, crafting engaging content, securing expert speakers, and working with the campaign team to manage invitations, pre-webinar promotions, and post-webinar follow-ups to maximize audience engagement and impact. Social Media Management (40%) Social Media Posting: Schedule and post content across social media platforms according to the strategies and schedule provided by the content and digital teams. Content Creation: Develop, schedule, and manage social media posts to promote Lumi’s events and engage audiences on platforms like Linked In and Instagram. Live Event Coverage: Provide real-time updates on social media during Lumi Global’s events to boost online engagement. Community Engagement: Interact with followers, respond to inquiries, and build meaningful connections with Lumi’s Global online community. Staying up to date: Stay up to date with the latest social media trends, tools, and best practices. Analytics & Insights: Monitor social media performance metrics, evaluate success, and optimize content strategies. Campaign Alignment: Work closely with Lumi Global’s marketing team to ensure social media efforts align with broader campaigns and objectives. Skills & Experience Experience: 2–3 years in event planning, social media management, or a related role. Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Event Management, or a related field is preferred. Technical Skills: Proficiency in social media platforms and tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer). Basic graphic design skills (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) are highly recommended. Hub Spot experience is a plus. What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package. Flexible hybrid work environment. Opportunities for career growth and professional development within a global organization. A collaborative team culture that values innovation, creativity, and excellence. Application Process Interested candidates are invited to apply by submitting their CV. A cover letter detailing their relevant experience and why they are a good fit for this role is not mandatory but highly appreciated. Our recruitment team will review applications and contact shortlisted candidates for an initial introductory call. Successful candidates will then be invited for a three-stage interview process: the first stage will focus on your technical and analytical skills. The second stage will involve a more in-depth conversation with senior management, focusing on your business acumen, experience, and how you align with our company's goals. Finally, you will be asked to complete a practical case study assessment to demonstrate your technical skills and problem-solving abilities. Use our contact form and select "I'm interested in jobs at Lumi Global" to share your details with us. #J-18808-Ljbffr