Student Life Events Planner

Recruiter:

Talented Recruitment

Job Ref:

DBN002960/TK

Date posted:

Friday, August 29, 2025

Location:

Durban, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Exciting opportunity for a Student Life Events Planner in Umdloti!

We’re looking for a dynamic, creative individual with a flair for trends to support and coordinate student events. The role focuses on curating engaging experiences and fostering inclusive, welcoming spaces. Own vehicle required.

POSITION INFO:
Duties and responsibilities:
Student Life Programs:

Plan, organize, and oversee student events from concept to execution, ensuring student engagement and participation.
Develop creative and exciting event ideas that attract students and foster community spirit.
Work alongside allocated staff to provide guidance, direction, and support to students in need of counselling
Organize and coordinate enrichment activities that contribute to students' personal and academic growth.
Plan, coordinate, and implement student events such as welcome week, cultural celebrations, leadership retreats, wellness initiatives, and social activities.
Collaborate with student organizations and clubs to support their events
Manage logistics for events including venue reservations, catering, equipment, setup/teardown, and budget tracking.
Promote events through digital media, print materials, and campus outreach.
Assess the effectiveness of events and gather feedback to inform future programming.
Maintain an up-to-date event calendar and coordinate scheduling to avoid conflicts.
Support the development of new initiatives that align with student needs and campus goals.
Supervise student event staff or volunteers as needed.
Ensure all events are inclusive, accessible, and aligned with our mission, brand and values.

Public Relations & Sponsorship:

Work alongside the marketing team to secure sponsorships for events, marketing campaigns, and student-related initiatives.
Assist with public relations activities, promoting a positive image of and its services across social media and other platforms.

Should you not receive a response within the next 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Vacancies are advertised on our website, should you wish to keep abreast with our active roles.

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