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Events Manager

Lead event planning and execution, managing teams, suppliers, budgets, and client expectations.

payments Avg: R42,000

description Overview

Events Managers run conferences, weddings, launches, and corporate events. They manage scope, vendors, timelines, budgets, and on-the-day operations.

**A Day in the Life:**
Client meetings, supplier negotiation, run-sheet management, and on-site delivery.

schedule A Day in the Life

09:00

Client check-in and deliverables review

10:30

Supplier coordination and confirmations

13:00

Budget, logistics, and run-sheet updates

15:30

Site checks / rehearsal / event-day management

trending_up Career Path

Step 1

Event Coordinator

0-2

Step 2

Events Manager

2-6

Step 3

Senior Events Manager

6-10

Step 4

Head of Events / Producer

10+

Vital Statistics

Salary Range

R 25,000 - R 75,000

Soft Skills

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Technical Skills

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