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Gavin Coetzee

@gavincoetzee

Freelance WordPress developer and ops coordinator delivering responsive websites and CRM-driven event and admin support.

South Africa
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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for remote roles where I can build and maintain WordPress websites, run CRM-driven workflows, and support events with organized, detail-focused coordination and clear stakeholder communication.

I’m a freelance WordPress developer and operations coordinator who turns detailed workflows into reliable outcomes. I build and maintain modern, responsive WordPress websites, then handle updates, plugins, and SEO optimization to keep sites performing well.

Most recently, I worked as a B2B Awards/Events Co-ordinator, driving nominations end-to-end by using spreadsheets of warm leads, contacting nominees via email and phone, and tracking progress on the Evessio platform. I also handled speaker/judge liaison, scheduled meetings with Doodle and Google Sheets, and ensured nomination entries were complete, accurate, and correctly formatted.

Earlier roles strengthened my ability to run CRM-driven operations and support leadership—setting up and maintaining Insightly pipelines, managing Gsuite administration, and producing newsletters and marketing campaigns using Mailchimp and Canva. I’m comfortable owning logistics, troubleshooting issues quickly, and communicating clearly across teams and stakeholders.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

TC
Current

Property Inventory Inspector

The Inventory Company

Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 2 months)

Provided ongoing property inventory inspection services by preparing inspection reports covering property conditions, contents, and maintenance requirements. Completed exit and entry handovers with tenants to support accurate tenancy documentation.

NU

Awards & Events Coordinator

Newton Media UK

Jul 2025 - Mar 2026 (8 months)

Drove B2B awards nominations by sourcing warm leads, contacting nominees via email and phone, and tracking progress through the Evessio awards platform. Coordinated speaker/judge communications, meeting scheduling, nomination entry updates, and event-related administrative deliverables.

WL

Conference Producer

World Class Business Leaders

Nov 2022 - Aug 2023 (9 months)

Produced and delivered a remote conference by developing the agenda, selecting themes and formats, and recruiting and liaising with speakers. Managed budgeting, logistics, marketing promotion, sponsor/exhibitor management, registration, on-site operations, and post-event feedback analysis.

ML

Customer Service Agent

MunchFit Pty Ltd

Jun 2022 - Aug 2022 (2 months)

Provided email support to UK customers and supported meal plan subscription setup and updates. Managed delivery scheduling changes and reporting using Salesforce to ensure accurate delivery locations and meal alterations.

HW

Admin & Ops Contractor

Hurst & Wills

Apr 2018 - Mar 2022 (3 years 11 months)

Handled end-to-end administration and operational management for an offshore property advisory company. Managed Insightly CRM pipelines, G Suite operations, Mailchimp/Canva newsletters and campaigns, WordPress website and blog updates, social media publishing, and event/webinar coordination.

PL

Executive Assistant

PR DW (Pty) Ltd

Apr 2006 - Dec 2016 (10 years 8 months)

Provided executive assistance to the CEO, Executive Chairman, and senior directors while managing key operational areas including facilities, IT, and compliance. Installed and managed project costing software, supported marketing and website updates, acted as Safety Representative and First Aid Officer, and coordinated office and client events.

AE

Intern Estate Agent

Accuts Real Estate

Aug 2015 - Sep 2016 (1 year 1 month)

Supported sectional title property sourcing, marketing, and sales by assisting with sole mandate work and online listing preparation. Valued properties, prepared offer-to-purchase documentation, and coordinated with conveyancers, mortgage brokers, buyers, and sellers to keep transactions moving smoothly.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

UA

University of South Africa

Bachelor of Science, Science (various modules)

1994 - 2011

Activities and societies: Completed modules including CSS101H, CHE102P, CHE101N, BLE111H, FIS212L, INF2611, OPS101G, COS112V.

Completed a Bachelor of Science at the University of South Africa from 1994 to 2011 through various modules.

CT

Cape Town University of Technology

T3, Chemical Engineering

1989 - 1991

Completed a T3 qualification in Chemical Engineering at Cape Town University of Technology from 1989 to 1991.

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