Event Specialist

Meydan Free Zone offers entrepreneurs and start-up businesses the opportunity to set up and run their own businesses right in the heart of Dubai. We provide access to exceptional talent, entrepreneur expertise, and a wide range of start-up support services.

As we continue our exciting growth plans, we seek talented people to join us. We are currently hiring a dynamic Events Specialist, responsible for the end-to-end event coordination in alignment with business objectives to join our team.

Key Accountabilities:

1. Understand requirements for each event, take charge of event operations (preparing venue, invitations, supply of events’ merchandise, maintaining and updating event calendars, entertainers, photographers, and schedule speakers when necessary).
2. Accompany and assist the Head of Events in both internal and external events along with extending logistical and administrative support and attend all meetings to act as a second point of contact.
3. Secure event venue, research vendors (catering, decorators, musicians etc.) and negotiate the best combination of quality and cost within given budget.
4. Manage all event set-up, conduct final inspections on the day of the event to ensure everything adheres to pre-set standards, maintain records on event activities, progress, or status and manage tear down, and follow-up processes.
5. Evaluate the event’s success and submit reports and feedback.

To join our team, you will have:

1. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Certification in Hospitality or Event management is desirable.
2. 3+ years in a similar operational and administrative role.
3. Project management skills to execute and deliver the event timely and without fail with a keen eye for detail.
4. Budgeting skills to assist the Head of Events in the financial planning phase.
5. Ability to communicate and network.
6. Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Language skills:

1. English.
2. Any other language is desirable.

Our Vision is to be the world-class hub for entrepreneurship and innovation in the region. If you are ready to be a part of that journey, we would love to hear from you!