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Event Planner Manager
Grapefruit Accounting & Bookkeeping DMCC
Dubai, UAE
Bachelors degree
**Position Overview:**
The Event Planner Manager will be responsible for planning, organizing, and executing a variety of events, including sports events, exhibitions, and conferences. This role requires a creative and strategic thinker with exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. The ideal candidate will have a passion for event planning, strong leadership abilities, and a proven track record of delivering successful events.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Plan, coordinate, and execute sports events, exhibitions, and conferences from concept to completion.
- Develop event concepts and themes that align with the company's brand and objectives.
- Collaborate with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure seamless event execution.
- Create detailed event proposals, timelines, and budgets.
- Negotiate contracts with vendors, suppliers, and venues.
- Oversee all event logistics, including transportation, accommodations, catering, and audiovisual requirements.
- Manage event staff and volunteers, providing clear direction and support.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Monitor event progress and make real-time adjustments to ensure successful outcomes.
- Conduct post-event evaluations to identify areas for improvement and gather feedback from stakeholders.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices to continually enhance event quality.
**Qualifications:**
- Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in event planning and management, with a focus on sports events, exhibitions, and conferences.
- Proven track record of successfully planning and executing large-scale events.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills.
- Strong negotiation and contract management abilities.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Creative problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in event management software and tools.
- Willingness to travel and work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
The Event Planner Manager will be responsible for planning, organizing, and executing a variety of events, including sports events, exhibitions, and conferences. This role requires a creative and strategic thinker with exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. The ideal candidate will have a passion for event planning, strong leadership abilities, and a proven track record of delivering successful events.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Plan, coordinate, and execute sports events, exhibitions, and conferences from concept to completion.
- Develop event concepts and themes that align with the company's brand and objectives.
- Collaborate with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure seamless event execution.
- Create detailed event proposals, timelines, and budgets.
- Negotiate contracts with vendors, suppliers, and venues.
- Oversee all event logistics, including transportation, accommodations, catering, and audiovisual requirements.
- Manage event staff and volunteers, providing clear direction and support.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Monitor event progress and make real-time adjustments to ensure successful outcomes.
- Conduct post-event evaluations to identify areas for improvement and gather feedback from stakeholders.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices to continually enhance event quality.
**Qualifications:**
- Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in event planning and management, with a focus on sports events, exhibitions, and conferences.
- Proven track record of successfully planning and executing large-scale events.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills.
- Strong negotiation and contract management abilities.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Creative problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in event management software and tools.
- Willingness to travel and work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.