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Ability Recruitment Group (Pty) Ltd

Events Specialist at Ability Executive Recruitment

Ability Recruitment Group (Pty) Ltd

  • R45,800 - R58,300 per month
  • Permanent Management position
  • Clubview
  • Posted 07 Jan 2026 by Ability Recruitment Group (Pty) Ltd
  • Expires in 26 days
  • Job 2630232 - Ref 017000014750001
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About the position

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.

Event Strategy & Planning

  • 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.
Public & Corporate Events
  • 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 sponsorships, guest experiences, and corporate communications for internal events.
Sponsorship Management
  • 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.
Company Foundation Support
  • 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.
Trend Research & Innovation
  • Stay abreast of event trends, technologies, and audience preferences.
  • Propose enhancements to elevate event experiences.
  • Keep events innovative, current, and relevant.

Requirements
  • 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 sponsorships and/or community initiatives is essential.


Desired Skills:

  • events
  • events management
  • precinct events
  • retail events

Desired Qualification Level:

  • Diploma

About The Employer:

We focus on perfection, on finding the absolute top executive for your recruitment needs. Where other agencies may hire for every role within an organization or across a number of verticals, we have selected to remain within specific industries.
Our niche approach ensures that we know and understand your requirements and have the right relationships and expertise to find the perfect executive or perfect placement for every candidate.

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Ability Recruitment Group (Pty) Ltd

About the agency

Our Services From our offices in Johannesburg we provide hiring solutions for permanent, temporary and executive staffing. Our quest is that perfect balance of talent, personality, culture, and ambition for both employers and the professional talent that rely on our resources, perception, and expertise to achieve their goals. Our Core Principles and Ethics Our core principles and ethics define who we are and how we conduct ourselves personally and professionally. These values represent our philosophy and distinguish us from other staffing organizations. Diversity is our strength; teamwork is our foundation for success, and our ethics promote an environment of integrity and pride. From our CEO to the newest members of our staff, we achieve positive, tangible results through mutual respect, shared responsibilities, and initiative. The foundation of our success is predicated on finding, engaging, developing, and retaining the very best people, and this is exemplified and reinforced in our relationships with every employee, candidate, and client. We represent our clients, candidates, and ourselves fairly, openly, and honestly, for it is only when these values are upheld that lasting personal and professional relationships are created, flourish, and endure. We are committed to professionalism and are members of the Association of Personnel Service Organization of South Africa (APSO).

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