Events Manager Job in Kenya - ClassiQue Concepts Ltd

• ClassiQue Concepts Ltd is a full service event management company that handles everything from start to finish.
• Large or small we handle all the details for events and meetings so you don't have to worry about anything.
• ClassiQue Concepts Ltd has resources to help you with any aspects of planning your next corporate event.
• As your partner, ClassiQue Concepts is committed to excellence and strive to build and maintain formidable relation-ships with our clients.
• Whether you have an existing event in need of more efficient management or need expert advice on venue compatibility, planning and implementation of a special event, or program management, ClassiQue Concepts is there.
• As a full service meeting and incentive resource, we provide a smooth and professional orchestration guaranteeing the creative, quality, and professional integrity of your meeting or event and results come from the exceptional service we provide.
• Well-trained associates are essential to the success of a hospitality organization, especially during these economic times.
• We're all working hard; ClassiQue Concepts must also work smart.
• ClassiQue Concepts Hospitality Training provides interactive training to hotel and resort management companies that want to enhance their leadership, sales, marketing and service skills.
• ClassiQue Concepts coaches your valuable managers and associates through a training system, which guides employees to their best performance.
• No hit and run training.
• ClassiQue Concepts trains for results.
• ClassiQue Concepts goal is to provide a broad spectrum of services that fulfill corporate meeting and special event needs to the delight our customers.

We are seeking to recruit for the position of Event Manager in marketing department.

Job Summary

The Events Manager will be charged with conceptualizing and managing a broad spectrum of NMG events to grow audience engagement and generate new revenue streams.

The job holder will work in close liaison with CLASSIQUE CONCEPTS’ Business development manager and will be responsible for managing the entire event process, from conceptualization through to implementation and post event analysis.

The Events Manager should have eye for detail, be an enthusiastic professional able to build relationships with internal and external partners, and deliver outstanding customer service to sponsors.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the brand and product teams to identify event opportunities that will drive brand-audience engagement and deliver revenue
• Conceptualize and manage outstanding events in line with brand objectives
• Ensure the smooth execution of event production and logistics tasks
• Write compelling sponsorship proposals and work in close liaison with the advertising sales team to drive sponsorship sales
• Ensure sponsor obligations are managed and delivered effectively during the execution of each event.
• Negotiate and manage external suppliers and vendors to ensure delivery of value.

Skills & Qualifications

• Event management skills - At least 3-4 years working in an event agency at middle to senior management level.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work cross-functionally- ability to think on your feet.
• Budget management skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. Good proposal-writing skills a must.
• University graduate in Business, Marketing or other related field.

Personal Attributes

• Creative thinker.
• Excellent planner and organizer.
• High energy.
• Fantastic customer service ethic.
• High quality standards.
• Remain calm and focused under pressure.

This position offers an excellent career growth opportunity and a competitive remuneration package.

If you’re interested, please send your resume to kennedy@classique-concepts.com before close of business on Monday 14th May 2012.

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