REF: IGEC08/25
Icebolethu is calling for suitable candidates to apply for the Fixed Term position of an Events Coordinator for Icebolethu Group. The incumbent will be required to lead, organize the planning and implementation of the growing number of events within IG. Develop sponsorships guidelines for IG group, and to lead sponsorships event activations. Establish and manage events stakeholders and raise sponsorships and partnerships where applicable. Please note that this is both an Internal and external advert, thus applies toFixed term staff and external possible candidates.
FIXED TERM CONTRACT – 12 MONTHS
Minimum Qualifications
• 3 years marketing degree or relevant events qualification.
Experience and Knowledge required
• Minimum of 5 years work experience - including strong corporate eventing and exposure to sponsorship.
Skills and Competencies Required
• Ability to work methodically and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and project management skills
• Sponsorship & Events experience
• Strong attention to detail and ability to lead projects and teams
• A keen eye for event aesthetics in terms of setup, deco and general venue layouts.
• Good organization and planning skills
Key Performance Areas
• Ability to observe sufficient timelines to enable good planning and stakeholder engagement before events.
• Ability to conceptualize events, according to business objectives & audience
• Proven track record of coordinating events
• Ability to lead & manage guest relations for events
• Develop and manage a database of Icebolethu Group VIP’s - and segment accordingly..
• Ability to work with and manage deliverables of external event suppliers when required.
• Develop event objectives for measurement and tracking
• Add events to Group Marketing Calendar
• Run and maintain record of sponsorship committee decisions.
• Guide and influence adequate timelines for sponsorship requests
• Ensure IG representation - either branding, and or event attendance at IG sponsored events.
• Brief all suppliers, and IG divisions to activate relevant branding, catering, sales staff, etc
• Develop and manage healthy internal and external relationships to ensure event and business goals are achieved.
• Ability to develop programmes and running orders and all events.
• Manage and communicate Icebolethu’s annual events calendar.
• Advising the organization of issues and / or risks to event implementation as they arise so that risks can be managed effectively.
• Manage Icebolethu Group`s brand in the event and sponsorships arena, and corporate identity
• Lead the annual event plan.
• Ensure event is briefed into all marketing and agency teams to ensure seamless production and digital awareness.
• Ensure that all quotations or invoices from service providers are received, approved, recorded and processed.
• Track event expenses to assist in budgeting. Explore new ways of managing budgets.
• Initiate applicable cost saving measures
Job Location
• Durban
NB: Applications with no clarification / reference for the position applying for will not be considered.
• Icebolethu Group is an equal opportunity employer and believes in diversity. All races are encouraged to apply.
• Successful candidates will undergo employment security checks such as Criminal, Employment reference and Credit Checks.
• Ensure Recent Contactable References
• Persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Please submit all CV’s to hr_recruitment@icebolethu.co.za
• Closing date for CV submissions is 29 August 2025 at 17:00