Conference Coordinator

Requirements:
Matric
Tertiary qualification in hospitality/catering management
5 Years Working Experience in the same/similar field.
Previously worked in the hotel industry (advantageous)
Experience with Planning and management of events
Effective communication, time-management, enthusiastic

Other requirements:
Must be a good team player.
Must be able to work long hours, night shifts and weekends to meet with operational requirements.
Must be trustworthy and honest.
Ability to handle stress and stay calm under pressure
Understanding numerical data
Understanding written information
Interpreting designs from different angles
Understanding Mechanical and technical systems

Essential skills:
Developing Expertise
Adopting Practical Approaches
Making Decisions
Directing People
Empowering Individuals
Conveying Self-confidence
Showing Composure
Showing Composure
Meeting time scales
Checking things
Following Procedures
Producing output
Acting (Taking action)
Pursuing Goals.

Responsibilities:
Establishing and maintaining relationships with vendors and venues
Planning event details and aspects, including seating, dining, and guests
Creating reliable financial reports and collecting payments on time
Remaining under budget with all costs
Managing events and addressing potential problems that may arise.
Planning for potential scenarios that could impact the integrity of the event.
Maintaining a working knowledge of the complex needs of a wide variety of events

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us in 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.