Live Events Project Manager

Our client is an award-winning events agency specializing in high profile corporate and private events ranging from conferences, award ceremonies, product launches and weddings.

We are hiring UAE experienced events project managers to join their Dubai operations.

Successful candidates will be responsible for the 360-degree project management of live events including festivals, concerts and corporate events.

Candidates must have relevant UAE experience in live events project management from planning, resource management, build, delivery and post event debrief whilst maintaining project profitability.

Mandatory Skills & Experience

• 7 – 10 years’ live event management experience delivering large scale events in the UAE / GCC.
• Deep understanding of lighting, sound and AV systems to be able to collaborate with the technical and fabrication teams.
• Extensive use of project management software, preparing post event reports, project briefs, debriefs and analysis to identify learnings and areas for improvement.
• Commercial and financial acumen for project budgeting and profitability.
• UAE driving license is mandatory.

Candidate Profile

• Currently living in the United Arab Emirates - must be able to live in Dubai.
• Fluent in English.
• Self-motivated multitasker with a professional work ethic.
• Exceptional leadership, organizational, time management, problem solving and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with clients to upsell and identify new business opportunities.
• Resilient, quick thinking, results and action oriented with the ability to resolve challenges quickly.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree
• PMP project management certification is a strong advantage