Events Manager- Middle East - International Data Group Inc
Posted on :
08-10-2024
Employer Active
1 Vacancy
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailValid email field required
Send jobs
Share
Send me jobs like this
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailValid email field required
Send jobs
Job Description
Overview:
As an Event Manager at IDC you will be helping plan and oversee all aspects of an event or conference from the conception of the initial idea to the last detail of the event. You will be managing staff related to the event including caterers entertainment activities and branding and more importantly communication with our sponsors. You will also be in charge of adherence to the budget and the timeline as well as making sure that all stakeholders are communicated with. Events you will focus on will be mostly in the MiddleEast.
Your key responsibilities:
Qualifications:
What we are offering:
IDC is the most respected global technology market research firm operating in over 110 countries worldwide. We are looking for a highly motivated experienced event planner who has experience with organizing events from A to Z and is based in Dubai UAE. To find out more about events: confidential
As an Event Manager at IDC you will be helping plan and oversee all aspects of an event or conference from the conception of the initial idea to the last detail of the event. You will be managing staff related to the event including caterers entertainment activities and branding and more importantly communication with our sponsors. You will also be in charge of adherence to the budget and the timeline as well as making sure that all stakeholders are communicated with. Events you will focus on will be mostly in the MiddleEast.
Type of position: Permanent fulltime onsite
Your key responsibilities:
- Project Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans outlining timelines deliverables and resources required for successful conference execution.
- Stakeholder Coordination: Coordinate with event partners suppliers and internal teams to ensure alignment on project goals and timelines.
- Attendee Management: Oversee attendee registration communication and support to ensure a seamless conference experience.
- Website Management: Update and maintain conference websites with relevant information including agendas speaker bios and registration details.
- Collaboration with IDC Analysts: Liaise with IDC analysts to integrate research insights and industry trends into conference content and programming.
- Graphics Team Coordination: Work closely with the graphics team to develop visual assets including presentations signage and promotional materials.
- Events Marketing Support: Collaborate with the events marketing team to develop promotional campaigns drive attendee registration and maximize conference attendance.
- Budget Management: Monitor conference budgets track expenses and identify costsaving opportunities to ensure projects are delivered within budget constraints.
- Onsite Event Management: Provide onsite support during conferences to oversee logistics troubleshoot issues and ensure the overall success of the event.
Qualifications:
- Ideally at leaast 5 years of proven experience in conference management or event planning preferably in a corporate or agency setting.
- Fluency in both written and spoken English and Arabic is a must have.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize competing demands effectively.
- Experience with events in the IT sector is a plus
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate crossfunctionally and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite in particular good skills with Excels are appreciated.
- Detailoriented with a focus on quality and accuracy in all aspects of work.
- Ability to thrive in a fastpaced environment and adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
- Willingness to travel and work flexible hours as required for onsite event support.
What we are offering:
- A fulltime permanent position
- Hybrid working is fully supported and quite flexible
- A position in a highly professional and globally respected market research and advisory firm where initiative leading to results is rewarded
- You will be a part of a vibrant team that excels in delivering customer demands for decades and continues to service customer requirements through tailormade solutions locally regionally and globally.
This job has been sourced from an external job board.
More jobs on
Employment Type
Full Time
Key Skills
Report This Job
Disclaimer: Drjobs.ae is only a platform that connects job seekers and employers. Applicants are advised to conduct their own independent research into the credentials of the prospective employer.We always make certain that our clients do not endorse any request for money payments, thus we advise against sharing any personal or bank-related information with any third party. If you suspect fraud or malpractice, please contact us via contact us page.
