Event and Operations Assistant Co-ordinator

Cape Town - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 6 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Event and Operations Assistant Co-ordinator

Support bespoke UK & Ireland events with a leading inbound tour operator

Remote (South Africa) R15 500 per month 11:3020:00 working hours

About Our Client

ASA Tours is an independent UK Inbound Tour Operator with over 30 years of experience delivering tailored B2B travel and event solutions across the UK and Ireland. Rooted in strong values and driven by purpose the company is committed to providing unique memorable experiences while operating as a Business for Good.

The Role: Event and Operations Assistant Co-ordinator

This role supports the planning and delivery of business events within the MICE department. From responding to RFPs to supporting on-the-ground logistics youll be part of a dynamic team curating tailored experiences across the UK and Ireland. The role requires occasional evening and weekend work and a flexible detail-oriented approach to ensure every event runs smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

Bring at least 2 years of experience in a UK Inbound MICE event role
Support event project management from conception through to delivery
Coordinate logistics liaise with suppliers and assist in curating memorable events
Monitor bookings and ensure timely updates and amendments
Help manage financial aspects to meet company and client objectives
Assist with vendor selection negotiation and quality control
Ensure all contractual terms and costing meet budget and client requirements

About You

2 years of experience in a MICE event role within a UK Inbound travel agency or tour operator
Strong UK and Ireland geographical knowledge (venues hotels restaurants)
Fluent in English (Italian is a bonus)
Excellent customer service and negotiation skills
Highly organised with attention to detail and strong communication
Able to work under pressure and across departments
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Tour Plan Canva Trip Creator and Mailchimp are a plus)
Self-motivated with a professional telephone manner and customer liaison abilities

Event and Operations Assistant Co-ordinator Support bespoke UK & Ireland events with a leading inbound tour operator Remote (South Africa) R15 500 per month 11:3020:00 working hours About Our Client ASA Tours is an independent UK Inbound Tour Operator with over 30 years of experience delivering tail...