CMED079-2026 EVENTS COORDINATOR

DEPARTMENT: COMMUNICATION, MARKETING AND EVENTS

Division: Events Management

Section: Events Compliance 

Location: Tshwane House, Pretoria Central

Reference number

CMED079-2026

Position

EVENTS COORDINATOR

To be advertised

Internal

External

This position seeks to attract

African female

African male

Coloured female

Coloured male

Indian female

Indian male

White female

White male

Person with disability

All categories

Job level

T12

Scale

R486 840,00 – R676 164,00 per annum

Estimated

remuneration package

R651 590,00 – R892 565,00 per annum

Job purpose

To coordinate, monitor and support the planning and execution of events within Tshwane in strict compliance with applicable municipal by-laws, national legislation and regulatory requirements, and to ensure that all events adhere to safety, health, environmental and permitting standards, while facilitating efficient approvals and stakeholder coordination

Appointment 

requirements

An appropriate three-year career-related tertiary qualification (degree or national diploma) in Event Management, Public Relations, Marketing Management or in a study field related to the position

At least three years’ experience in an event management environment

A valid Code B driving licence

Computer literacy

Must undergo a criminal record check and such a person shall allow their fingerprints to be taken by the Tshwane Metro Police Department at own cost 

Personal attributes

and/or competencies

Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills; time management skills; presentation skills; having initiative; creative thinking skills; planning and organising skills; cognitive ability; excellent eye for detail; ability to work under pressure; ability to meet deadlines; ability to cope with stress; analytical thinking skills

Primary functions

Assist in managing the City’s Joint Operations Committee (JOC) and coordinate all JOC meetings

Coordinate and monitor compliance requirements for all events hosted within Tshwane, ensuring alignment with applicable by-laws, policies and national legislation

Facilitate the event application and approval process, including the verification of permits, licences and supporting documentation

Liaise with internal departments (safety, health, emergency services, traffic and environmental management) to ensure integrated compliance oversight

Engage with event organisers, vendors and stakeholders to communicate compliance requirements and provide guidance on regulatory standards

Conduct risk assessments and ensure that appropriate safety, health and environmental measures are implemented for each event

Monitor events (pre-, during and post-event) to ensure adherence to approved compliance conditions and take corrective action where necessary

Maintain accurate records of event applications, approvals, inspections and compliance reports

Identify potential compliance risks and recommend mitigation strategies to ensure that public safety and service delivery standards are upheld

Support enforcement processes by reporting non-compliance and assisting with the implementation of corrective or legal actions where required

Protect the City from legal risk, financial risk and reputational damage

SAP

S70002002

New/natural attrition

Natural attrition

Enquiries

Moses Gamede (012 358 6583) or Faith Mangwegape (012 358 5350)