Events Specialist

Ability Executive Recruitment | Full time

Centurion, South Africa | Posted on 18/09/2025

The Events Specialist is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering all events within the precinct and the broader portfolio. This includes large-scale public, paid-for events, client activations, as well as internal corporate functions.

The role demands a detail-oriented professional with strong project management skills, the ability to juggle multiple deadlines, and a deep understanding of current event trends. In addition, this individual will manage sponsorship activations and provide support for various initiatives.

• Deliver on-brand, high-impact events that align with business and marketing goals.
• Plan and manage the full events calendar.
• Conceptualize event themes, source venues, manage logistics and suppliers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for seamless execution.
• Execute both large-scale public events and internal functions.
• Oversee all aspects of event execution including run-of-show, health & safety compliance, JOC approvals, insurance, PL cover, permits, and risk management.
• Manage sponsor ships, guest experiences, and corporate communications for internal events.
• Build strong sponsorship relationships and ensure mutual value is delivered.
• Identify and engage potential sponsors.
• Oversee activation plans and brand alignment.
• Monitor deliverables and post-event reporting for partners.
• Support the Foundation's community initiatives through effective events.
• Collaborate with the Foundation team on planning and rolling out CSI-linked events.
• Ensure alignment with brand and community development goals.
• Stay abreast of event trends, technologies, and audience preferences.
• Propose enhancements to elevate event experiences.
• Keep events innovative, current, and relevant.

• Degree in Events Management, Marketing, Public Relations, Hospitality, or related field.
• Project Management or related certifications.
• 5+ years of proven experience in planning, managing, and executing both public and internal events.
• Demonstrated experience with end-to-end event logistics, stakeholder coordination, and supplier management.
• Experience working with sponsor ships and/or community initiatives is essential.