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Events Co-Ordinator – Social Media – Global Brand – Cape Town
Incredible opportunity to work with a truly global brand in the Hospitality Industry!
Title: Events Co-ordinator
Location: Cape Town
Department: Marketing
Reporting to: Marketing Manager
About the role
Proficient in Google Suite
Strong on Social Media across all platforms
Running hospitality events
The Event Coordinator will be responsible for managing a global culinary and consumer experience, both in the daily operations of the company and by the planning and execution of live events. The Event Manager will work closely with the Cape Town team and teams across the globe to ensure the Company is in alignment with brand goals and event execution
Key Responsibilities
Create event proposals, covering timelines, production costs, potential vendors, staffing needs, and budget parameters
Create and manage monthly entertainment and event budgets that drive revenue and ensure maximum guest and property benefit
Manage The company Cape Town event schedule
Manage daily, weekly, and monthly entertainment as defined and developed with property GM and the company Digital editor
Manage day-of responsibilities for The company Cape Town events, including logistics, collateral production, layout/flow, contact lists, and other materials as needed
Accommodate and anticipate guest needs
Hire, train, and supervise event personnel, delegating responsibilities as needed to ensure event success
Operate with an open-door policy, listen to and understand requests of the team and our guests, respond with appropriate actions, and provide accurate information
Manage wrap-up event needs, including analyzing event performance, surveying customers on their experience, and ensuring all invoices are submitted for payment
Evaluate annual local events and determine The company Company’s participation and cost benefits
Skills & Experience
3-5 years in a similar role required, preferably within the hospitality industry
Proficient in Windows MS Office
Proficient in Google Suite
Demonstrated experience managing budgets, event staff, clients and relevant stakeholders
Previous experience in event planning and sponsorship activation required
Ability to work nights/weekends as essential
Ability to work as a team, stay organized, handle various projects at one time, lead others, delegate
Ability to communicate effectively and assertively in the English language, both verbally and in writing with staff, clients, and the public
Ability to speak to guests fluently regarding the food, beverage, and overall concept
Ability to demonstrate and impose upon service staff the ability to service guests with the utmost care, service and excellence, utilizing the highest standards of service techniques
Ability to take action based on previous experience, follow up and make accurate and sound decisions
Interact with all department personnel, Company and vendor staff as needed
Maintain positive and professional relations with vendors
Monitor guest satisfaction on all levels
Take ownership of event booking manage platform
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure documents for event related activities
Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude always; as well as keep an open and objective view
What we are looking for in a candidate:
Be commercially astute
Either have experience at or want to dive headfirst into a fast-paced transformative company in pursuit of excellence
Think globally
Have excellent communication and relationship building skills
Have a high sense of ownership, urgency and drive
Be a team player
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