Special Events Assistant- Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa x1
Job Details
Job Title: Special Events Assistant
Company: Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA)
Reference Number: CCB261027-2
Job Category: Commercial – Sales and Marketing
Location: Bloemfontein, Free State
Country: South Africa
Employment Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 03 November 2026
Department: Special Events
Reports To: Special Events Coordinator
Company Overview
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) is the eighth-largest Coca-Cola authorised bottler in the world by revenue and the largest on the African continent. The group accounts for more than 40% of Coca-Cola ready-to-drink beverages sold in Africa by volume.
With over 14,000 employees across Africa, CCBA serves more than 800,000 customers across 14 countries, including South Africa, Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania, Botswana, Zambia, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Comoros and Mayotte.
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates for the permanent Special Events Assistant position based in Bloemfontein.
Job Description
The Special Events Assistant will provide operational and logistical support for events, roadshows, promotional activities and brand activations.
The successful candidate will assist with event preparation, setup and breakdown, branding installations, stock handling, equipment management and consumer engagement activities.
The role also involves driving, operating and maintaining roadshow and delivery trucks, as well as handling stock deliveries and collections. The candidate must be customer-focused, safety-conscious and able to work effectively in a dynamic event environment while representing CCBSA professionally.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with the preparation, setup and breakdown of events, roadshows and promotional activities.
Install event branding and promotional displays according to company standards.
Load, offload, count and reconcile event stock, branding materials and promotional equipment.
Safeguard company assets, equipment and operational tools.
Support consumer activations, product promotions, sampling activities and brand engagement initiatives.
Assist with event logistics, stock movement, equipment handling and venue preparation.
Drive, operate and maintain roadshow and delivery trucks.
Handle stock deliveries and collections.
Ensure branding materials, signage, gazebos, coolers and promotional displays are clean and presentable.
Assist Coordinators and Drivers with daily operational activities.
Follow planned daily schedules and ensure operational tasks are completed.
Play different music genres while considering the suitability of the music for the target market.
Provide professional customer service and support to consumers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Comply with Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) standards and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
Clean, maintain and store event materials and equipment properly.
Work collaboratively with Drivers, Coordinators, warehouse teams and event crews.
Identify opportunities to improve event execution and operational efficiency.
Minimum Requirements
Education:
– Grade 12 / Matric Certificate (essential).
Experience:
1–3 years’ experience in FMCG, events, logistics, merchandising or operational support.
Exposure to customer-facing environments and promotional activities will be advantageous.
Experience handling stock, company assets or event equipment is preferred.
Required Skills and Competencies
Applicants should demonstrate the following:
Event operational support skills.
Stock handling and inventory management abilities.
Branding and promotional support capabilities.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Strong customer service orientation.
Attention to detail and operational discipline.
Good time management and organisational skills.
SHEQ and workplace safety awareness.
Practical problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work flexible hours.
Ability to adapt to changing event schedules and dynamic working environments.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Performance will be assessed based on the following:
Event setup and breakdown accuracy.
Stock reconciliation accuracy.
Asset and equipment compliance.
Branding and display compliance.
SHEQ and safety compliance.
Operational readiness standards.
Customer service support.
Quality of event execution support.
Team productivity.
Asset care and maintenance compliance.