Event Manager Jobs

We are looking for a competent Event manager to oversee and organize events that will make an impact to 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. We want to see enthusiastic candidates with fresh ideas and the organizational skills required to not leave anything about an event to chance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze the event’s success and prepare reports
• Prepare budgets and ensure adherence
• Coordinate all operations
• Plan event from start to finish according to requirements, target audience and objectives
• Come up with suggestions to enhance the event’s success
• Be in charge of hiring personnel (DJs, waiters etc.)
• Source and negotiate with vendors and suppliers
• Supervise all staff (event coordinators, caterers etc.)
• Lead promotional activities for the event
• Ensure event is completed smoothly and step up to resolve any problems that might occur
• Approve all aspects before the day of the event

Requirements

• Outstanding communication and negotiation ability
• BSc/BA in PR, marketing, hospitality management or related field is preferred
• Customer-service orientation
• Excellent organizational skills
• Computer savvy; proficient in MS Office
• A knack for problem-solving
• Skilled in project management
• Knowledge of KPIs and marketing techniques for event management
• Proven experience as event manager
• A team player with leadership skills