Senior Manager Events

VEON-HQ; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global digital operator is seeking an experienced Event Manager to oversee corporate events in Dubai. This role involves planning, coordinating, and executing impactful events that align with company objectives. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, approximately 8 years of event management experience, and a strong network in Dubai. The position requires excellent project management skills and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in planning and executing corporate events.
• Experience in a multinational company and international settings.
• Strong network and experience in Dubai.

Responsibilities

• Manage lifecycle of events, including planning, execution, and logistics.
• Develop event plans with timelines, budgets, and marketing strategies.
• Negotiate with vendors for quality service on budget.

Skills

Project management

AV setup experience

Effective communication

Multi-project management

B2B event marketing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications or related field

Tools

Event management software

Job description

Position Summary

Planning, coordinating, and executing a wide range of internal and external events. Instrumental in enhancing our brand presence and supporting our strategic objectives through meaningful and impactful events.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of various events, including reputational milestones, corporate events, conferences, exhibitions, internal meetings, and employee engagement activities.
• Develop detailed event plans, including timelines, budgets, vendor selection, logistics, and marketing/communication strategies.
• Source and negotiate with event support agencies an/or directly with venues, caterers, AV suppliers, and other event-related vendors to ensure high-quality services within budget.
• Coordinate all logistical aspects of events, such as registration, attendee management, branding, experience design, set-up, tear-down, and on-site support.
• Develop and manage event budgets, track expenses, and ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders across different departments to understand event objectives and ensure alignment with company goals.
• Works closely with communications, strategy and brand & creative to ensure event experience amplifies company messaging and positioning.
• Ensures compliance with all relevant health, safety, and legal regulations for events

Critical Skills & Experience

• Works well in a fast-pace, multi-stakeholder environment with tight deadlines, balancing internal stakeholders with external realities
• Can prioritize and manage multiple projects at the same time. Can handle ambiguity and fluidity, plan for multiple scenarios and make good choices about when to take initiative
• Is an excellent project manager, capable of assembling the right team and skills combination, and ensuring that they deliver on a timely manner.
• Is very experienced with AV requirement and various types of AV set up for online, in person and hybrid meetings.
• Is experienced with participant engagement tools and technologies.
• Is a good communicator overall, grasping the overall objectives and positioning for the company and adjusting plans accordingly, and efficiently communicating plans to stakeholders at all levels – from Management to execution partners
• Previous experience in experience marketing in B2B events, and sectoral experience in technology or related fields are strongly preferred.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor\'s degree in Marketing, Communications or a related field.
• Proven experience (typically about 8 years) in planning and executing a variety of corporate events, ideally within a multinational company and in international settings.
• Existing network and experience in Dubai is strongly preferred.

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