Conference Coordinator

SUMMARY:
We are looking for for an experienced Conference Coordinator for a 5 Star hotel in the Pretoria North area.

POSITION INFO:
Requirements:

• Matric
• Tertiary qualification in hospitality/catering management
• 5 Years Working Experience in the same/similar field.
• Previously worked in the hotel industry (advantageous)
• Experience with Planning and management of events
• Effective communication, time-management, enthusiastic

• Must be a good team player.
• Must be able to work long hours, night shifts and weekends to meet with operational requirements.
• Must be trustworthy and honest.
• Ability to handle stress and stay calm under pressure
• Understanding numerical data
• Understanding written information
• Interpreting designs from different angles
• Understanding Mechanical and technical systems

• Developing Expertise
• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Making Decisions
• Directing People
• Empowering Individuals
• Conveying Self-confidence
• Showing Composure
• Showing Composure
• Meeting time scales
• Checking things
• Following Procedures
• Producing output
• Acting (Taking action)
• Pursuing Goals.

• Establishing and maintaining relationships with vendors and venues
• Planning event details and aspects, including seating, dining, and guests
• Creating reliable financial reports and collecting payments on time
• Remaining under budget with all costs
• Managing events and addressing potential problems that may arise.
• Planning for potential scenarios that could impact the integrity of the event.
• Maintaining a working knowledge of the complex needs of a wide variety of events