Event Executive (UAEN)

Asteco; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UAE is seeking a Marketing Coordinator to support their marketing team in planning and executing campaigns and events. This role demands excellent communication skills, organizational ability, and flexibility to work during weekends and public holidays. The ideal candidate will help coordinate logistics, manage supplier relationships, and be actively involved in various marketing activities, as well as support in developing brand materials and online marketing strategies.

Qualifications

• Previous experience coordinating with suppliers and managing event operations highly preferred.
• Familiarity with PR/PO systems and basic procurement tracking.
• Valid UAE driver’s license with access to own car.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-ground support during marketing activations and events.
• Coordinate with suppliers and manage event operations.
• Assist in developing marketing strategies and maintaining marketing budgets.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marketing or business administration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Purpose -

To support the marketing team in planning, coordinating, and executing campaigns, events, and day-to-day operations, while ensuring smooth collaboration with internal departments and external partners. This role requires on-ground event presence, administrative support, and

coordination across various functions.

Key Accountabilities:

• Provide on-ground support during marketing activations, campaigns, and events, including

weekends and public holidays as per the event schedule.

• Coordinate with suppliers, vendors, and activation partners to ensure timely and quality

execution of marketing activities.

• Assist with end-to-end management of purchase requests (PRs), purchase orders (POs),

and payment follow-ups.

• Track procurement and assist in maintaining marketing budgets and expense reports.
• Support the marketing team with content coordination, presentation development, and

campaign preparation.

• Manage general administrative duties such as maintaining marketing records,

documentation, and office supplies.

• Ensure all event logistics and operational requirements are handled efficiently and

proactively.

• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners in a professional

and confident manner.

• Stay organized and follow up diligently on outstanding tasks and deadlines.
• Adapt and remain composed in fast-paced environments, working collaboratively with a

positive, team-oriented attitude.

• Assist in the development & implementation of advertising, promotion and communication

strategy that reflects the wide range of market segments and products.

• Support in the development of the company’s intranet and internet marketing activities.
• Assist in the development of the company’s website, corporate identity, branding material,

etc.

• Read press material and market literature, conduct research, and develop updated
• industry/competitor reports.
• Constantly monitor the competitive environment for updates on competitive information.
• Maintain company’s up-to-date subscriptions in relevant industry and online publications.
• Perform mystery shopping activities when requested by the marketing manager.
• Build up a strong communication platform.
• Coordinate with graphic designers to translate information about marketing concepts into

corresponding designs.

Education, Experience, Skills and Competencies:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or business administration

Experience and Skills:

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays based on event
• schedules.
• Excellent communication skills – confident, outgoing, and professional.
• Previous experience coordinating with suppliers and managing event operations is highly preferred
• Familiarity with PR/PO systems and basic procurement tracking.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); knowledge of design tools is a plus.
• Valid UAE driver’s license with access to own car