Event Planner

**Minimum Qualifications**
- **NQF Level 5 qualification** (minimum) in **Event Planning**, **Account Management**, or **Event Strategy**,
- with a specialization in
- **Marketing**:

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- **Event Management**:

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- **Project Management**:

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- Additional certifications in project management, client servicing, or strategic event planning are advantageous.**Experience**:

- Minimum of **8 years’ experience** working as an **Event Planner**, preferably in a client-facing or strategic role.
- Proven ability to conceptualize, plan, and execute a wide range of event types including corporate functions, brand activations, conferences, launches, and hybrid/virtual events.
- Experience in managing events from both a **logístical** and **strategic client-service** perspective is required.

**Core Competencies**
- **Event Strategy & Concept Development**:

- Ability to translate client goals and brand strategies into impactful, engaging event experiences.
- Skilled in audience profiling, experience mapping, and creating immersive brand moments.
- **Client & Account Management**:

- Proven experience managing client accounts, briefing processes, and post-event evaluations.
- Ability to build strong client relationships, deliver presentations, and guide clients through complex planning phases.
- **Project Management**:

- Strong organisational and planning skills across multiple projects with overlapping timelines.
- Experienced in developing and managing detailed project plans, budgets, timelines, and risk mitigation strategies.
- **Marketing & Brand Alignment**:

- Understanding of marketing principles, brand positioning, and integrated campaign alignment.
- Ability to work with marketing teams to ensure event communications and creative deliverables are on-brand.
- **Technical Knowledge**:

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and event planning software.
- Familiarity with virtual event platforms, CRM systems, and digital engagement tools is a plus.

**Personal Attributes**
- Strategic thinker with a high attention to detail and creativity.
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication.
- Comfortable working in high-pressure environments and managing tight deadlines.
- Flexible to work extended hours, travel, and manage on-site execution.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of strategic events.
- Serve as the main point of contact for clients, ensuring expectations are met and exceeded.
- Manage budgets, vendor relationships, production timelines, and event logistics.
- Collaborate with creative, marketing, and production teams to ensure brand consistency and event success.
- Conduct post-event reviews and provide recommendations for improvement.

Work Location: In person