ASSISTANT MANAGER, EVENTS - PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

Job Description

1. Coordinating with stakeholders to ensure that all details of the visits, events, conferences, exhibitions, and roadshows are handled smoothly and efficiently.
2. Managing overall budgets and planning costs for each programme.
3. Organising meetings with stakeholders to discuss event details and objectives to ensure that their needs are met.
4. Outlining an overall checklist and making sure that all details are clearly outlined.
5. Communicating any changes or updates to schedules or plans to all relevant stakeholders.
6. Handling all aspects of event planning from start to finish, including hiring event organisers/vendors and purchasing supplies (procurement matters).
7. Ensuring that all equipment is set up properly and working correctly.
8. Ensuring safety and compliance with various applicable SOPs.
9. Preparing memos, contracts, and agreements.

Requirements

1. Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in hospitality, event management, business administration, or a related field (e.g., hospitality management, event planning, business management, marketing, and sales).
2. At least 6-8 years of relevant working experience.
3. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and social media platforms.
4. Experience with project management software, budgeting, and financial reporting.
5. Graphic design skills.
6. Excellent leadership, organization, attention to detail, communication, and problem-solving skills.
7. Creativity and problem-solving ability.
8. Experience with large-scale and high-profile events.
9. Familiarity with emerging trends in event management.
10. Willingness to go the extra mile, multi-task, and be a team player.
11. Able to work odd hours when required and willing to work during weekends and rest days if requested.