Event Manager

Job Title: Event Manager

Department: Resources

Status: Full Time

Job Summary:

The Event Manager is responsible for coordinating and managing events. Also, for trouble-shooting potential problems and to rectify existing problems at event sites.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for preparing all pre-event documentation and coordinates with Sales and Clients to ensure consistent, high-level service throughout event and post-event phases.
• Manage and supervise the event team which can consist of unarmed security personnel, parking personnel, and/or guest service representatives
• Fill out post event after action reports.
• Recognizes opportunities to maximize revenue opportunities by up-selling and refer all suggestions to Sales or Senior Project Manager offering enhancements to create outstanding events.
• Coordinating with various stakeholders including staff, safety agencies, talent, vendors, and attendees to ensure smooth event operations
• Adapting quickly to changes in event plans and managing potential security crises with efficiency and discretion
• Working with timelines, planning and project management will be a common feature of work to ensure all event deadlines are met. 
• Creation of timelines for events in good time, working with asset managers.
• Recommend staffing needs to resources management.
• Creating a positive Team atmosphere in office and on-site.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Must have strong people-focused element to this role by liaising with event contributors, venues, vendors and partners.
• Previous experience in event management.
• Experience of working in a fast-paced, high-pressured environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to handle and own multiple projects
• Pro-active and shows initiative
• Familiarity of Word and Excel.
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Willingness to undertake a wide range of tasks to its end.
• Flexibility, working on weekends and evenings