Job Description

At Curro,

we care.

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Sport Events Manager

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Curro Head Office

Vacancy Reference: 26178

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Seeking a teaching role with a twist? Curro offers a vibrant learning environment across three countries, with various unique schooling models. Be a part of something big and apply today.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for someone with the following experience, qualifications and /or skillsets:





Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Event Management, Business, or related field. Driver's licence 3-5 years' experience in event management, preferably in sports or live entertainment.

Advantageous

Strong understanding of the sports industry and event production. Experience managing large-scale or televised sports events. Basic knowledge of audio/visual and staging production. Familiarity with ticketing platforms and CRM systems.

The responsibilities are:

Event planning & logistics

Plan and execute all aspects of sports events, including venues, permits, schedules, staffing, equipment, transportation, and accommodation. Coordinate event set-up and breakdown, ensuring all logistics run smoothly. Create detailed event timelines, run-of-show, and contingency plans. Act as a consultant in an advisory capacity for Curro schools when planning their annual events.

Stakeholder & vendor management

Liaise with sponsors, vendors, suppliers, venue staff, and governing sports bodies. Oversee contracts and agreements with third-party service providers. Manage athlete, coach, and VIP hospitality services.

Budgeting & reporting

Develop and manage event budgets; track expenses and ensure financial goals are met. Prepare post-event reports with metrics on attendance, engagement, and ROI.

Marketing & promotion

Collaborate with the marketing team to promote events across digital, print, and broadcast platforms. Assist with ticketing strategies and spectator engagement initiatives. Manage event branding and ensure consistent visual identity.

Compliance & safety

Ensure all events comply with local regulations, health and safety standards, and sports governance policies. Develop and implement risk management and emergency response plans. Act as a consultant in an advisory capacity for Curro schools when planning their event compliancy and safety.




The successful candidate will start on

01 January 2026.

Read more about where you will work

Please apply before

07 November 2025

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Curro is an equal-opportunity employer, and therefore preference will be given to EE candidates.

P.S Please view your profile for progress on your application.

If you have not had any feedback from the school within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, accept that you were not successful for this position.

But don't be dismayed, next time it might be you.

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be communicated with.

Curro reserves the right not to make an appointment.

NB: Please remember and take note before applying that this is a Permanent

position.






NB: Please note that if you are found to apply for two or more positions that you do not qualify for in the least, you will be blocked from the system for 30 days. This is due to a large volume of applicants who are abusing the system.