Training and Events Team Leader

Business Unit: Discovery Central Services

Function: Events Management

Date: 2 Oct 2026

Training and Events Team Leader

About Discovery

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

Job Purpose

Key Outputs may include but are not limited to:

The Training, Events, and Logistics Team Leader is responsible for leading the effective planning, coordination, and execution of all training programs, corporate events, and logistics operations across the organization. This role involves strategic oversight of large-scale logistics functions, continuous process improvement, and the development of high-performing teams to deliver seamless service delivery in a dynamic environment.

Key Outputs may include but are not limited to:

Lead, develop, and support a multidisciplinary team to ensure high performance, engagement, and effective delivery of training, event, and logistical operations.
Prepare and present detailed performance dashboards, utilisation statistics, and operational reports to senior management to support data-driven decision-making.
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to understand requirements, allocate resources, and oversee event and training delivery from planning through execution, ensuring alignment with organizational standards, safety policies, and service excellence.
Conduct regular meetings with key clients to support forward planning for training programs and events, fostering strong partnerships and proactive service delivery
Manage day-to-day operational activities across all functions, ensuring efficient workflows and consistently high-quality service across all touchpoints.
Oversee logistical planning and resource coordination for all collaborative workspaces, ensuring they are optimized, functional, and aligned with business needs.
Drive strategic initiatives in collaboration with leadership and cross-functional teams, translating organisational priorities into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.
Manage budgets and oversee resource allocation to ensure cost-effective operations while maintaining service quality and operational efficiency.

Job / Role Requirements

Work Experience

Required

A minimum of 3 years’ experience.

Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills

Preferred (would be advantageous)

Experience as a Client service manager

Education / Qualifications / Accreditations with Professional Body
Required	Matric
Preferred (would be advantageous)	Diploma / degree in administration or related field

Technical Skills or Knowledge
		Proficiency Level
Required	All Microsoft Applications	Proficient Proficient
Preferred (would be advantageous)	Planon System	Advance Proficient

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.