Event Coordinator at Lady Helen Child Health Foundation (LHCHF)

Duties of the Post

• Understand requirements for each event
• Plan event with attention to financial and time constraints
• Book venues and schedule speakers
• Research vendors (catering, decorators, musicians etc.) and choose the best combination of quality and cost
• Negotiate with vendors to achieve the most favorable terms
• Manage all event operations (preparing venue, invitations etc.)
• Do final checks at the day of the event (e.g. tables, technology) to ensure everything meets standards
• Oversee event happenings and act quickly to resolve problems
• Evaluate event’s success and submit report
• Source for client and sponsorship.

Requirements

• At least 2 years proven experience as an Event Coordinator or an Event Manager
• A proven track record of organizing successful events
• Proficient in MS Office
• Excellent vendor management skills
• Outstanding communication and negotiation ability
• Well-organized with multi-tasking skills
• Able to handle stress and remain calm
• Problem-solving skills.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience and maybe negotiable
• Training will be offered to successful candidate where gaps are noted that needs addressing in line with the Foundation’s vision (training needs to be discussed during the interview)
• Office space and computer support will be available