Events Manager - George at Fancourt

Duties include, but are not limited to: 

• Research and create new events to be hosted at Fancourt,
• Ensure the planning and coordination before the event is flawless, so that the running of the event is smooth and seamless,
• Manage event budgets,
• Strong focus on growing the advertising knowledge and scope in terms of online footprint for events,
• Understand the complex needs of different events and how they will positively impact bottom line revenue,
• Responsible for planning all event aspects, such as venue, seating, dining, decor and coordinating event entertainment, including music, performers, and guest speakers,
• Manage and oversee events on the day of, including problem-solving, welcoming guests, directing event set-up, communicating with staff, and organizing vendors, and managing take-down,
• Communicate with the marketing team to create effective advertisements for each event,
• Create sales opportunities for future events during client liaisons and during events,
• Evaluate event’s success and submit reports.

The ideal candidate will be able to deliver their best work by offering:

• Heaps of passion for the industry
• Vision and Creativity
• Attention to Detail
• Organising skills
• Dependability
• Stress Tolerance & Self-Control
• Adaptability/Flexibility
• Initiative
• Independence
• Analytical Thinking
• Project Management
• An understanding of the demands within the hospitality industry

The following key skills and abilities are essential to success in this role:

• English Language
• Communications and Media
• Active Listening
• Reading Comprehension
• Critical Thinking
• Time Management
• Negotiation
• Management of Financial Resources

Qualifications & Experience:        

• A Minimum of Grade 12 or equivalent, and valid drivers’ license is required. Must have excellent knowledge of MS Office and at least 2 years’ experience in a similar role and environment. Please note that some of these events require you to host, so your availability to work on weekends, after normal office hours and on public holidays, requires flexibility in terms of extended work hours.