Principal Events Specialist

NTT
Johannesburg
Workplace: HybridFull timeFunction: Communications, PR & CommunityEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Written communication","Verbal communication","Problem-solving","Time management","Collaboration"]

Plan and execute complex marketing events end to end, from vendor coordination and venue setup to registration, attendee experience, and post-event evaluations. Own event strategies aligned to marketing and business goals, drive engagement before and during events, and ensure budgets and logistics are on track. Build relationships with partners, sponsors, and vendors, manage event content and staffing needs, and follow up with leads to support conversions.

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Principal Events Specialist

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Job Summary

Plan and execute complex marketing events end to end, from vendor coordination and venue setup to registration, attendee experience, and post-event evaluations. Own event strategies aligned to marketing and business goals, drive engagement before and during events, and ensure budgets and logistics are on track. Build relationships with partners, sponsors, and vendors, manage event content and staffing needs, and follow up with leads to support conversions.
Location: Johannesburg
Workplace: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Communications, PR & Community
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Execute event strategies aligned with marketing and business goals, defining target audiences, objectives, and key messages.
  • •Plan and run a range of events including webinars, seminars, workshops, conferences, trade shows, and virtual events.
  • •Oversee event setup and operations such as registration, coordination, staffing capacity, and day-of logistics to ensure a seamless attendee experience.
  • •Procure and coordinate vendor services, manage budget adherence, and produce reliable financial reports and payment tracking.
  • •Conduct post-event evaluations, analyze results, research and select vendors, and follow up with leads generated to support relationships and conversions.

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field.
  • •Extended demonstrated experience in event planning/coordination, including successful marketing events.
  • •Experience working within a large global matrixed organization.
  • •Experience using virtual event platforms and tools is a plus.
  • •A proven track record of executing complex/higher-complexity marketing events and maintaining a strong work ethic.
Education:Bachelor's in Marketing or Public Relations or related field
Skills:Written communicationVerbal communicationProblem-solvingTime managementCollaboration
Certifications:Project management certification(s)
Tech Stack:Microsoft Office SuiteSocial mediaVirtual event platforms

Company Brief

NTT
Dimension Data, operating under NTT Ltd, provides managed IT services, cloud and data center solutions, networking, cybersecurity, and digital transformation services to enterprise customers worldwide.
Industry: Professional Services
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Established Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Headquarters: London, United Kingdom
Founded: 1983
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