Deputy Director: Events Management

What you will need

• An appropriate recognised (3-year) undergraduate NQF level 6/7 in Events Management, Business Administration/ Management, Communications, Project Management, Public Relations or any related field as recognised by SAQA. 3 - 5 years at Assistant Director level in Event Coordination environment.

Experience

Experience in Protocol, Communications and Stakeholder Coordination will be an added advantage.

Driver's licence

A valid driver’s licence.

Skills and competencies

• Skills: Project Management.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the development and maintenance of the event management framework and instruments.
• Manage the provision of logistical arrangements for departmental events.
• Manage formal interaction and liaison with other event role players, inclusive of security and protocol personnel.
• Manage the provisioning of advice on the design of the marketing tools.
• Coordinate research of venues, suppliers and contractors for events.
• Manage the 160 coordination of suppliers and all event logistics.
• Manage all pre-event planning and drills.
• Oversee the dismantling and removal of event and clearance of the venue.
• Maintain high standards by ensuring that the team / section produces excellent work in terms of quality / quantity and timeliness.
• Resolve problems of motivation and control with minimum guidance from manager.
• Delegate functions to staff based on individual potential provide the necessary guidance and support and afford staff adequate training and development opportunities.
• Ensure timeous development and implementation of Work Plans and Personal Development Plans (PDP’s) for all subordinates.
• Manage daily employee performance and ensure timely Performance Assessments of all subordinates.
• Ensure management, maintenance and safekeeping of assets.

Additional details

• Grade: Provincial

How to apply

• Enquiries: Mr. ZZ Mnqanqeni
• Telephone: (040) 608 4200