Accreditations Manager - Events

Talent Blueprint FZ LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 185,000 - 332,000; Part time

Job summary

Talent Blueprint FZ LLC is seeking an experienced Accreditation Manager for a high-profile sporting event in Abu Dhabi. You will lead the full accreditation operation from planning and data collection through badge production and on-site access control to ensure correct access for all stakeholders.

Responsibilities include end-to-end process management, system setup, badge distribution, and post-event reporting. Fluency in English is required; Arabic is a strong advantage.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in event accreditation with 2+ years in management.
• Proven track record on major sporting, government or royal-patronage events.
• Fluent English; Arabic a strong advantage; UAE-based or able to mobilise to Abu Dhabi.

Responsibilities

• Plan and run end-to-end accreditation, including categories, zoning and access privileges.
• Set up, manage accreditation system, registrations, approvals and data accuracy.
• Oversee badge printing, distribution, collection and post-event reporting.
• Lead accreditation centre operations: layout, staffing, hours and queue management.
• Schedule and supervise the accreditation team; liaise with security, VIP protocol, media.
• Coordinate vetting with authorities and resolve on-site access issues for VIPs.

Skills

Accreditation software

Badge printing systems

Leadership

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

VIP communications

Tools

Badge printing systems

Accreditation software

Job description

We are hiring an experienced Accreditation Manager for a high-profile sporting event. You will lead the full accreditation operation, from planning and data collection through badge production and on-site access control, so that every athlete, official, staff member, contractor, media representative and VIP gets the right access at the right time.

Contract Duration: 29 Nov 2026 to 13 Dec 2026

Responsibilities:

• Plan and run the end-to-end accreditation process, including categories, zoning and access privileges, working with security and operations.
• Set up and manage the accreditation system and database: registrations, approvals, photo and ID verification, and data accuracy.
• Oversee badge printing, distribution and collection, and handle lost, replacement and upgraded passes.
• Set up and manage the accreditation centre: layout, staffing, equipment, opening hours and queue management.
• Lead, brief and schedule the accreditation supervisor and team.
• Work with security, venue operations, hospitality, media, VIP protocol and transport so access rules are enforced at all entry points.
• Coordinate background or security vetting with the relevant authorities where required.
• Resolve on-site access issues and escalations quickly and diplomatically, especially for VIPs and dignitaries.
• Keep data confidential and handle personal information in line with UAE regulations.
• Produce daily accreditation reports and a final post-event report with lessons learned.

Skills:

• Hands-on experience with accreditation software and badge printing systems.
• Strong leadership, organisation and problem-solving skills under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills and a professional manner with VIPs and stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of event accreditation experience, including at least 2 years in a managerial role. Proven track record on major sporting events, festivals or government and royal-patronage events, ideally in the UAE or GCC.
• Fluent English required; Arabic is a strong advantage.
• Based in the UAE, or able to mobilise to Abu Dhabi, is preferred.