Incentive Travel Events - Project Manager

EMI Meetings & Incentives Italy; Roma; In loco; EUR 35.000 - 50.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading Destination Management Company in Rome is seeking an experienced Event Travel Project Manager to oversee and execute incentive travel events. The candidate should possess at least 3 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Creativity and strong communication skills are essential. This full-time position requires proficiency in Microsoft Office and fluency in English and Italian, with additional languages being a plus.

Competenze

• Minimum 3 years of incentive travel management experience, preferably in a DMC or tourism industry.
• Fluent in English and Italian; additional languages are a plus.
• High-level creativity and the ability to generate unique ideas.

Mansioni

• Oversee all assigned projects from concept through event completion.
• Lead the creative process, preparing and presenting project proposals.
• Plan, design, execute, and close events with effective project management.

Conoscenze

Incentive travel management experience

Creative thinking

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving

Technical skills

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Events, Tourism, Marketing, or Communication

Strumenti

Microsoft Office (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

Position: Event Travel Project Manager

Location: Rome (no remote work available)

EMI Meetings & Incentives Italy is a leading Destination Management Company (DMC) in Italy, specializing in delivering bespoke and exceptional motivational programs. We work with a diverse network of international clients, offering unique, tailor-made solutions with a friendly, professional attitude.

Role Description: We are looking for a highly experienced, motivated, creative, and enthusiastic individual to join our team as an Event Travel Project Manager. The role involves the design, pitching, planning, and flawless execution of incentive travel events from concept to completion, working closely with a team of experienced professionals.

Responsibilities

• Project Management: Oversee all assigned projects from concept through event completion, including logistics, design coordination, budget monitoring, and accounting.
• Creative Leadership: Lead the creative process, preparing and presenting high-quality project proposals aligned with client needs.
• Event Delivery: Plan, design, execute, and close events, applying effective project management techniques for timely and high-quality delivery.
• Supplier Negotiation: Negotiate with suppliers regarding rates, content, availability, and timelines to ensure competitive pricing and quality standards.
• Administrative Duties: Manage budgeting, invoicing, and track financial elements related to events.
• Site Inspections: Organize and facilitate site inspections and accompany clients when necessary.
• Multitasking: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and ensure clear communication among all contributors.
• Client Relations: Work closely with clients to understand needs and preferences, adapting to requirements with a flexible approach.

Skills & Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 3 years of incentive travel management experience, preferably with a DMC or within the tourism industry.
• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Events, Tourism, Marketing, or Communication is preferred.
• Creative Thinking: High-level creativity and the ability to generate unique ideas and solutions to meet client needs.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, including copywriting, and the ability to present ideas to clients and internal teams.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to think on your feet and deliver under tight deadlines.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and the ability to learn new tools quickly.
• Languages: Fluent in English and Italian; additional languages (Portuguese, German, French) are a plus.

Please send your CV and Cover Letter to [e-mail].

Employment type

• Full-time

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level