Event Specialist

Meydan Free Zone; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading business hub in Dubai is seeking a Senior Events Specialist to lead end-to-end event coordination aligned with business objectives. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in operational and administrative roles, strong communication, and budgeting skills. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a similar operational and administrative role.
• Ability to secure venues and negotiate with vendors.
• Evaluate event success and submit reports.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end event coordination in alignment with business objectives.
• Manage all event set-up and conduct final inspections.
• Assist the Line Manager in both internal and external events.

Skills

Event coordination

Budgeting

Project management

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Certification in Hospitality or Event management

Job description

Meydan Free Zone offers entrepreneurs and start-up businesses the opportunity to set up and run their own businesses right in the heart of Dubai. We provide access to exceptional talent, entrepreneur expertise, and a wide range of start-up support services.

As we continue our exciting growth plans, we seek talented people to join us. We are currently hiring a dynamic Senior Events Specialist, responsible for the end-to-end event coordination in alignment with business objectives to join our team.

Key Accountabilities

• Understand requirements for each event, take charge of event operations (preparing venue, invitations, supply of events’ merchandise, maintaining and updating event calendars, entertainers, photographers, and schedule speakers when necessary).
• Accompany and assist the Line Manager in both internal and external events along with extending logistical and administrative support and attend all meetings to act as a second point of contact.
• Secure event venue, research vendors (catering, decorators, musicians etc.) and negotiate the best combination of quality and cost within given budget.
• Manage all event set-up, conduct final inspections on the day of the event to ensure everything adheres to pre-set standards, maintain records on event activities, progress, or status and manage tear down, and follow-up processes.
• Evaluate the event’s success and submit reports and feedback.

To join our team, you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Certification in Hospitality or Event management is desirable.
• 3+ years in a similar operational and administrative role.
• Project management skills to execute and deliver the event timely and without fail with a keen eye for detail.
• Budgeting skills to assist the team in the financial planning phase.
• Ability to communicate and network.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Language skills

• English.
• Any other language is desirable.

Our Vision is to be the world-class hub for entrepreneurship and innovation in the region. If you are ready to be a part of that journey, we would love to hear from you!