Events Administrator

Job in Sandton, 2172, South Africa

Listing for: Danté Personnel Recruitment

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-12

Job specializations:

Administrative/Clerical
Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Business Administration, Virtual Assistant/ Remote Admin, PR / Communications

SA - Gauteng, Sandton

Company Overview
A dynamic and existing business specialising in events coordination and management, seeks to employ a detail-oriented and proactive Events Administrator with strong organisational and administrative skills.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys multitasking, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is comfortable managing both administrative and creative aspects of event coordination.

Minimum requirements:
Responsibilities
The Events Administrator will be responsible for the end-to-end administration of events and supporting the team with daily operational needs, including but not limited to:

Event Coordination & Booking

Scheduling and booking events, venues, and suppliers.

Assisting with event logistics, timelines, and budgets.

Coordinating with vendors, clients, and stakeholders to ensure seamless execution.

Administration & Reporting

Managing event documentation, contracts, and databases.

Preparing invoices, purchase orders, and maintaining accurate financial records using Sage
.

Generating reports and tracking expenses in Excel
.

General office administration and filing.

Marketing & Communication (advantageous)

Assisting with event promotions through social media platforms.

Designing basic marketing materials, event collateral, or invitations (using design tools where applicable).

Monitoring and updating social media engagement.

On-the-Day Event Support

Providing on-site support during events when required.

Managing registrations, guest lists, and customer service.

Other Relevant Duties

Supporting senior management with ad-hoc administrative tasks.

Maintaining supplier and client relationship databases.

Ensuring all events comply with company policies and safety standards.

Requirements

Education & Experience: Relevant diploma or certificate in Administration, Events Management, or related field (advantageous). Previous experience in administration, events, or office support. Proficiency in Sage and Excel (Advantageous). Experience in social media management and/or graphic design will be highly advantageous.
Skills & Attributes: Strong organisational and multitasking skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Attention to detail with strong problem-solving ability. Professional, approachable, and client-focused.

Consultant:
Innocentia Shoai - Dante Personnel Johannesburg


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