Event Manager Jobs

We are looking for an Event Manager to oversee and organize events that will make an impact on a target audience. You’ll ensure events are successful and cost-effective, paying attention to budget and time constraints. An event manager is, above all, a project manager who understands marketing and promotion techniques. An enthusiastic candidate with fresh ideas and organizational skills is required to prevent leaving any components of an event to chance. Adhere to the core values of Divine Events –Excellence / Integrity / Professionalism / Teamwork

Responsibilities

• Developing strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Source and negotiate with vendors and suppliers
• Plan event from start to finish according to requirements, target audience and objectives
• Set-up and tear down events
• Come up with suggestions to enhance the event’s success
• Assisting in the daily growth and development of our company
• Lead promotional activities for events
• Manage inventory, events, and sales paperwork
• Prepare budgets and ensure adherence
• Analyze the event’s success and prepare reports
• Approve all aspects before the day of the event
• Supervise all staff (event coordinators, caterers etc.)
• Face-to-face sales and events of services to new business prospects
• Drive sales and process customer orders for events
• Ensure event is completed smoothly and step up to resolve any problems that might occur
• Prepare materials for events (sales materials, giveaways, marketing materials, etc.)
• Coordinate all operations

Skills

• Extremely capable of multi-tasking
• Consistently punctual
• Must have access to laptop
• Goal-Oriented
• Must have access to reliable transportation AND insurance
• Decisive yet flexible
• A knack for problem-solving
• Able to function as a team player and to respond to direct and immediate requests from their supervisor
• Able to remain calm and think clearly throughout periods of immense stress
• Knowledge of KPIs and marketing techniques for event management
• Outstanding communication and negotiation ability
• BSc/BA in PR, marketing, hospitality management or related field is preferred
• Energetic and highly personable
• Excellent organizational skills
• Non-Profit Experience a Plus
• Must have access to Cell Phone
• Meticulously organized and attentive to details
• Proven experience as event manager
• Skilled in project management
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other applications is preferred
• A team player with leadership skills
• Professional, both in appearance and demeanor
• Computer savvy; proficient in MS Office
• Committed to pursuing perfection
• Able to be constantly on their feet for 8+ hours at a time on event days
• Proven Sales Record
• A great attitude, work ethic, and student mentality
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds
• Sense of urgency and ability to work under strict deadline
• Must be able to work during the week & Friday, Saturday and some Sundays