About the position
Introduction
MANCOSA, a DHET registered and CHE accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate business qualifications, has the following vacancy available:
Marketing Events and Projects Coordinator - Durban
This role is intended to provide dedicated operational coordination support, enabling the Marketing team to maintain high delivery standards while expanding strategic event initiatives and institutional engagement.
The Marketing Events & Projects Coordinator will provide operational and coordination support across the Marketing Events Portfolio, assisting with project workflows, stakeholder engagement, supplier coordination, event execution, and reporting to ensure efficient and high-quality delivery of institutional events and initiatives.
Duties & Responsibilities
1
Event & Project Coordination
• Coordinate multiple events and projects simultaneously according to approved timelines
• Maintain and update project plans, trackers, and status reports
• Ensure milestones and deliverables are monitored and followed up timeously
• Support the successful execution of all allocated annual events/projects
• Ensure operational readiness ahead of events
2
Briefing & Workflow Management
• Ensure all projects are initiated with completed marketing briefs
• Track approvals, requirements, and outstanding deliverables
• Follow up with stakeholders to ensure timelines are adhered to
• Assist in streamlining briefing and project intake processes
• Maintain accurate project documentation and communication records
3
Stakeholder & Supplier Coordination
• Liaise effectively with internal stakeholders, academic teams, suppliers, and service providers
• Coordinate supplier bookings, quotes, and logistics requirements
• Assist with financial tracking and supplier onboarding processes
• Ensure suppliers receive accurate and timely briefs
• Support positive stakeholder engagement and communication
4
Marketing Support & Campaign Coordination
• Coordinate event-related marketing support requirements
• Assist with briefing and rollout of branding and campaign elements
• Coordinate social media support requirements with the digital team
• Support WhatsApp and email nurturing campaign coordination where required
• Ensure alignment between event timelines and marketing schedules
5
Event Execution Support
• Assist with onsite coordination and execution of events
• Support branding setup and supplier coordination during events
• Ensure event requirements and deliverables are actioned according to plan
• Assist with troubleshooting and operational support during live events
• Support smooth event flow and stakeholder experience
6
Reporting & Administrative Support
• Assist with post-event reporting and PCA coordination
• Track attendance, feedback, and event performance metrics
• Compile status updates and project progress reports
• Maintain organised event documentation and filing systems
• Support reporting on portfolio activities and milestones
7
Quality Assurance & Brand Alignment
• Ensure all event-related materials align with MANCOSA brand CI
• Assist in maintaining quality standards across events and activations
• Support review and checking of artwork and branding applications
• Ensure consistency in event communication and presentation standards
8
Exhibitions supportprovide support for external exhibitions and presentions to prospective student groups via school career days, and expos
Desired Experience & Qualification
Essential Qualification: Minimum Requirements
Diploma or Degree in:
• Marketing
• Event Management
• Public Relations
• Communications
• Project Management
• or a related field
