Job Description
IFZA Dubai is the most dynamic and truly international Free Zone Community in the UAE that optimises the country’s strategic location and world-class infrastructure. IFZA differentiates itself through its multi-national approach, providing personalized business establishment solutions through its network of Professional Partners and Government Authorities.
• Overseeing and strategizing IFZA event activities to align with corporate strategy.
• Managing a calendar of events on a monthly, quarterly, yearly basis
• Developing and monitoring KPIs for the events team.
• Creating and implementing guidelines for event planning structure and best practices.
• Planning events from start to finish according to requirements, target audience, and
objectives.
• Preparing the annual event budget including a mechanism to measure RO.
• Liaising with venue operators to negotiate costs and approve the event space plan.
• Sourcing and negotiating with vendors and suppliers.
• Handling the contracts between IFZA and the vendors / suppliers.
• Responsible for hiring or sourcing necessary personnel for each event.
• Approving all aspects prior to the event.
• Communicating the event in an appealing way to the target audiences
• Leading promotional activities during the events.
• Prepare risk analysis as part of the event plan, to ensure the highest standards of safety.
• Analysing the event’s success and preparing reports post-event.
• Performing other job-related duties as assigned by Management.
• Develop partnerships and sponsorships with key associations and brands that drive revenue
and participation at IFZA events.
Requirements• Full English proficiency is required
• Additional spoken languages are a plus
• Intermediate computer literacy is required e.g., MS Office
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent customer service orientation and problem-solving abilities
• Strong project management and risk assessment skills
• Ability to work with tight deadlines
• Proven managerial and leadership skills
• Previous experience working in diverse organizations
• Demonstrable knowledge of target markets and competitors
• Tertiary education in Hospitality Management, Marketing, or other relevant subjects OR
equivalent industry experience
• Proven work experience as an Events Manager or similar in the UAE
Job Details
- Job Location
- Dubai United Arab Emirates
- Company Industry
- Other Business Support Services
- Company Type
- Unspecified
- Employment Type
- Unspecified
- Monthly Salary Range
- Unspecified
- Number of Vacancies
- Unspecified
