Jumia Events Manager Job in Kenya

Job Description: Events Manager

Jumia is the #1 leader of E-commerce in Africa.

Our company is part of Rocket Internet, a global and leading incubator of start ups specialized in e-commerce. 

We have already built in France successful companies like Groupon, Zalando, Wimdu, EDarling, Glossybox… 

We are present in more than 20 countries in Europe, Middle East, Asia and Latin America and this accumulated experience has allowed us to develop a strong platform, which can support new ventures with both advice and capital on a truly global basis.

Jumia has expanded its activities in Kenya. To support our development we are currently looking for outstanding candidates interested in entrepreneurship and e-commerce to join us. 

This is a perfect opportunity to participate in an entrepreneurial adventure that will lead to the future stars of the web universe.

If you want to join the journey, please send your resume to: joinus-kenya@jumia.com

The role of an Events Manager is to plan and execute events that fulfill Jumia’s Objectives. 

The incumbent will work within tight deadlines in the planning and execution of all Jumia events:

Coming up with event concepts, themes and ideas.

Project managing all Jumia events from start to finish.

Identifying and booking all the required facilities for the various events.

Identifying and working with all relevant suppliers.

Organizing all the materials required for events in conjunction with marketing team.

Leading the team on the ground during event set up.

Work across all relevant departments to ensure that Jumia events are successful: Sales, Marketing, Finance and Customer Service.

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant strong experience in event management.
• Ability to handle, plus own multiple projects.
• Experience working in a busy and high pressure environment.
• Passion and commitment.

Please send your resume to: joinus-kenya@jumia.com