A leading world-wide supplier of automation technology have an exciting job opportunity for an Events Marketing Co-ordinator to join their team in Johannesburg. The Events Marketing Coordinator will oversee the planning, implementation and execution of conferences, meetings, seminars, and other events in-line with budgetary requirements, marketing strategies and the company’s brand

Your key job responsibilities as the Events Marketing Co-ordinator in Johannesburg will include:

- Assist with compiling annual plan, budget and schedules for events for the year.
- Provide accurate reports and analysis to demonstrate effective return on investment (ROI) and manage KPIs (key performance indicators) for events. Make recommendations for improvement based on results.
- Propose new ideas to improve the event planning and implementation process.
- Manage the event database, capture leads and assist with lead generation activities and follow-ups for events.
- Responsible for all event related activities associated with campaigns & customer events in support of Marketing Product Manager and sales activities.
- Conduct research, make site visits, and find resources to help management make decisions about event possibilities.
- Negotiate with event suppliers (for space contracts, book event space, etc.) to achieve the best placement/pricing
- Coordinate on-site arrangements for all meetings and events: arrange food and beverages, order supplies and audio-visual equipment, ensure appropriate décor, etc.
- Co-ordinate travel for staff for events.
Keep track of event finances including invoicing, and reporting.
- Work with the digital and graphic co-ordinators to create event-related content (copy, images, graphics, video, content etc.) to generate pre- and post-show publicity across various platforms (Website, social media platforms, industry publications, etc.)

Requirements for this Events Marketing Co-ordinator job in Johannesburg:

- BCom Digital Marketing Degree/equivalent or other relevant tertiary qualification (i.e. IMM, Vega, etc.)
- Short course on event management will be an advantage
- Experience using Survey Monkey and Mailchimp
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in events management
- Knowledge of design packages an advantage (i.e. Photoshop, Adobe Editor)
- Previous experience with SharePoint and SAP an advantage
- Excellent communication skills (fluent in English. Afrikaans is an advantage)
- Strong understanding of event marketing concepts, strategy and best practice