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Full Time |
Egypt |
Posted 4 months ago |
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Corporate Events Manager
Location: Cairo, Egypt
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning and implementation of CAF Corporate Events, ensuring seamless execution from conception to completion coordinating all event details, ensuring internal and external alignment, and managing approval processes.
- Conceptualize and develop operational concepts in collaboration with internal and external parties.
- Manage and control event budgets effectively, maximizing resources to achieve desired outcomes.
- Provide leadership to project teams and stakeholders, fostering collaboration and driving towards shared objectives.
- Oversee event suppliers, including event agencies, to ensure alignment with event objectives and standards.
- Lead event services for all division requirements, including transport, flights, visas, accommodation, transfers, accreditation, access control, vehicle access, vehicle movements, catering, delivery schedules, and more.
- Plan and conduct site inspections, implementing corrective measures as necessary to maintain quality standards.
- Direct the staging of events, overseeing logistics, operations, and guest experiences.
- Prepare comprehensive debriefing reports to evaluate event success and identify areas for improvement.
- Lead focus groups to develop fully integrated guest relations processes, ensuring consistent quality and seamless provision of information.
- Monitor guest requests and bookings, implementing change management processes as needed.
- Draft accurate progress reports for the line manager after each event.
- Perform all other duties in line with the role as requested or directed by senior management.
Requirements (Profile)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a related field.
- 10+ years’ experience in planning and leading events in a guest-related service environment.
- Previous experience in managing different events (preferably in sports) and working with high-level individuals.
- Proven track record of handling tasks with high attention to details and professionalism.
- Extensive experience of managing end-to-end V/VIP hospitality programmes at major events.
- Expertise in event management and guest relations; knowledge of its respective methodologies, planning and controlling tools.
- Experience in ticketing management, including overseeing VIP ticket allocation, and seating arrangements, as well as coordinating ticket distribution and access control.
- Proficiency in VVIP transport logistics, including coordinating transportation arrangements for high-level dignitaries ensuring timely arrivals and departures.
- Proficiency in English, French, and Arabic spoken and written. English-Arabic and English-French speaking candidates would be preferred
- High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office and other modern IT tools.
- Strong formal e-mail writing skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Venue selection, negotiation, and management expertise.
- Awareness of cultural sensitivities and customs.
We Offer
- An interesting and varied job in an exciting and innovative international organization.
- Attractive employment conditions.
- The opportunity to be part of a highly committed international team.
- Quality social security coverage.
- An excellent pension schemes.
Application Closing Date
20th June, 2024.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
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Note
- Only qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to gender, race, age, skin color, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, or on any other grounds.
- If you have the necessary qualifications and are keen to work for a top international sporting organization, submit your application in English (Motivation Letter, CV, Diplomas, and Reference Letters).
Deadline: June 20, 2024
Job Features
Job Category | Conference and Event Manager |