Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa is currently recruiting a Special Events Assistant for its Special Events Department in Polokwane, Limpopo.
This opportunity is ideal for candidates with driving experience in the FMCG sector who enjoy working at events, interacting with customers, and representing a globally recognised brand.
About Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) is part of the Coca-Cola Beverages Africa Group, the largest Coca-Cola bottler on the African continent.
The company:
- Serves more than 800,000 customers across Africa
- Operates in 14 African countries
- Employs over 14,000 people
- Delivers some of the world’s most recognised beverage brands
- Focuses on innovation, sustainability, and customer excellence
Position Details
- Position: Special Events Assistant
- Reference Number: CCB260527-9
- Location: Polokwane, Limpopo
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Department: Special Events
- Company: Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa
- Reporting To: Special Events Coordinator
Position Overview
The successful candidate will support the planning and execution of promotional events, activations, and roadshows within the sales area.
The role includes driving event vehicles, setting up branding equipment, supporting event activations, and ensuring excellent customer engagement during events.
Key Responsibilities
Event Support
- Assist with the coordination of special events
- Support event planning activities
- Help execute event activations
- Assist with event setup and breakdown
- Ensure branding materials are displayed correctly
Vehicle Operations
- Drive roadshow and delivery vehicles
- Operate and maintain event vehicles
- Conduct deliveries and collections
- Ensure vehicles are used safely and responsibly
Asset Management
- Assist with the maintenance of event equipment
- Monitor special events assets
- Ensure equipment is available and operational when needed
Customer Service
- Represent Coca-Cola professionally at events
- Engage positively with customers and stakeholders
- Deliver excellent customer experiences
- Support brand promotion activities
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Matric / Grade 12
- Minimum 2 years driving experience in an FMCG environment
- Valid Code EC driver’s licence
- Professional Driving Permit (PrDP)
- Valid medical certificate
- Willingness to undergo criminal and credit checks
Advantageous Experience
The following will be beneficial:
- Previous event activation experience
- Experience working on roadshows
- Promotional event support experience
- FMCG industry exposure
Skills and Competencies
Successful candidates should demonstrate:
- Customer service skills
- Good communication abilities
- Product knowledge
- Initiative and self-motivation
- Attention to detail
- Basic mathematical skills
- Good memory and organisation
- Hand-eye coordination
- Safety awareness
- Ability to work in public-facing environments
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Why Apply for This Job?
- Join one of Africa’s largest beverage companies
- Gain experience in events and brand activations
- Work with a globally recognised brand
- Develop customer engagement skills
- Build experience in FMCG operations
- Enjoy opportunities for career growth within Coca-Cola Beverages Africa
- Work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Where is this position based?
The role is based in Polokwane, Limpopo.
2. Is a driver’s licence required?
Yes. Applicants must have a valid Code EC licence and a Professional Driving Permit (PrDP).
3. Is previous event experience necessary?
No. However, event activation experience will be advantageous.
4. What type of work will I do?
You will assist with event activations, roadshows, deliveries, branding setups, and customer engagement activities.
5. Is FMCG experience required?
Yes. Applicants should have at least two years of driving experience within an FMCG environment.
6. Will background checks be conducted?
Yes. Criminal and credit checks form part of the recruitment process.
7. When is the closing date?
Closing Date: 02 June 2026. Applications submitted after the deadline may not be considered.