Events Co Ordinator

Knysna, Western Cape, South Africa

Job Description

Qualifications

  • Degree in hospitality management or public relations.
  • Proven experience in event planning or event coordination in a corporate environment.
Skills
  • Planning and organization.
  • Decision-making skills.
  • Creative and Critical thinking.
  • Written communication.
  • Public speaking.
  • Leadership skills.
  • Time management.
  • Networking skills.
  • Good communication skills.
Experience
  • Minimum 2-3 years experience in a similar position
Product Knowledge
  • Superior knowledge of all operations assets, venues, properties and details to ensure thorough sales and planning of events
  • Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
  • Communications and Media - Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
  • Transportation - Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
  • Policies and Procedures
  • Ensure superior knowledge of all policies and procedures as below (but not limited to)
  • Event and group contracts
  • Booking terms & conditions per product and venue
  • Commission terms & conditions
  • Special offer terms
  • Quotation, invoicing and payment procedures
Sales and Marketing
  • Product development, sales and operational delivery of the event concept
  • Assist in driving sales through launching of new product packages, opening key accounts and cross selling to maximize market share for the group
  • Monitor and increase sales of all facilities
  • Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems
  • Oversee Activities - From the design of a new logo to outlets where company literature will be placed, sales and marketing coordinators have their hands on just about anything that relates to the image. They also play a role in deciding things such as which conventions sales staff should attend, where product samples should be distributed, or which incentive programs might best attract customers.
  • Provide Reports- Management wants to see the results of various initiatives. Sales and marketing coordinators gather pertinent information and organize it into visual or written presentations.
Coordination
  • The events department is responsible for the coordination of
  • All event venue bookings including The Rotunda, Media Room, Boardroom, Conference Room, Tides, Sandy B and Loft
  • Handling all bookings for special events, including (but not limited) to Valentines, Mothers Day, Fathers Day, Xmas, New Years
  • Ensure all coordination, billing and event procedures are adhered to according to company procedures and policies
  • Ensure all enquiries are responded to speedily, efficiently, correctly and in a professional manner.
  • Ensure all client requirements are met.
  • Ensure maximum occupancy of venues and sales.
Operations
  • Assist in managing relationships with key external suppliers
  • Develop close working relationships with key functions and internal suppliers within the group
  • Develop and manage relationships with PCOs and key multi-national clients
  • Research and keep up-to-date with all banqueting equipment, methods and techniques
  • Assistance with operational and level stock control
  • Awareness of health and fire regulations regarding food preparation and serving, and building maintenance in all banqueting facilities
  • Keep up-to-date with latest trends and implementation
  • Meticulous coordination of all details of events to clients satisfaction
  • Perform operational shifts within the F&B outlets during high occupancy times within the hotel (according to operational requirements)
  • Manage and ensure maintenance of operating equipment for the department
  • Prepare reports as required by the company
Guest relations
  • Adopting a "can do" attitude with regards to guest enquiries and ensuring this is implemented throughout the department
  • Ensuring guest satisfaction at all times
  • Investigate and resolve complaints
  • Reporting of the department issues accordingly
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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1485705
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Knysna, Western Cape, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned