4 June 2026 The Presidency Closing 5 June 2026

Assistant Director: Events Management

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Minimum Requirements

  • A Senior Certificate plus an appropriate National Diploma/advanced Certificate or equivalent on NQF level 6.
  • A minimum of 3-4 years’ applicable experience in field of events.
  • Computer skill especially typing speed, typing documents in a short period correctly without spelling errors.
  • Be professional, highly motivated, initiative and critical thinker who will be able to gather and analyse information skilfully.
  • Have excellent interpersonal skill.
  • Have excellent organisational and planning skills, ability to work multiple project simultaneously.
  • Have a sense of urgency and ability to identify, analyse and resolve problems in a timely manner.
  • Be able to work independently and as part of a team and work well under pressure.
  • Excellent telephone etiquette.
  • Have project management skills.
  • Have effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Good office management skills and be able to handle confidential matters and has integrity and is trustworthy.
  • Knowledge: Good understanding of protocol and security measures.
  • Good computer knowledge.
  • Good knowledge of travel and subsistence procedure.
  • Good understanding of Public Service Regulatory Framework.

Responsibilities

  • Planning, organising and Managing Events.
  • Prepare written reports and drafting monthly report.
  • Budgeting and financial management.
  • Managing and maintaining electronic database in the Unit.
  • Managing the documents filing system.
  • Managing relations with stakeholders and clients.
  • Assists in drafting the unit and branch strategy and annual report.
  • Assist in developing the Unit Operational plans.
  • Monitoring of services rendered by service providers in respect of quality and cost.
  • Rendering of on-site technical support and advice at the events.
  • And reporting on the outcome and success of events.
How to apply