Emirati Senior Executive Events

Irthi Contemporary Crafts Council; Sharjah; On-site; AED 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Senior Executive Events to join their team in Sharjah. This full-time, on-site role involves planning and executing impactful events that empower women artisans and promote cultural heritage. The successful candidate will collaborate with various stakeholders, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with regulations. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a meaningful mission while enhancing your event management skills in a vibrant environment. If you are passionate about making a difference through cultural initiatives, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven skills in planning and executing successful events.
• Strong background in budget management and logistical coordination.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute events aligning with council goals.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and manage event budgets.

Skills

Event planning

Budget management

Logistical coordination

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Knowledge of regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Event Management

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Job description

Company Description

Irthi Contemporary Crafts Council engages with women artisans across the UAE, Middle East, North Africa, South and Southeast Asia regions to empower them economically and socially through vocational training and upskilling programs while preserving indigenous craft heritage. As a hub of global crafts collaborations, the council modernizes traditional crafts and creates new market opportunities by partnering local craftswomen with international designers and artists. Additionally, Irthi documents both tangible and intangible craft heritage and produces publications that highlight a culture founded on storytelling. Notably, Sharjah was recognized as a city of Crafts and Folk Art for the craft of Talli in 2019 by UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role located in Sharjah Emirate, United Arab Emirates, for a Senior Executive Events. The role involves planning, organizing, and executing events that support the council's goals. Responsibilities include coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, managing event budgets, overseeing logistical details, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. The Senior Executive Events will also be responsible for evaluating event success and reporting on outcomes.

Qualifications

• Event planning, organizing, and execution skills
• Experience in budget management and logistical coordination
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance standards
• Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Experience in the craft or cultural sector is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Business Administration, or a related field