Event Coordinator at The Borough Lagos

Job Brief 

• An events administrator is responsible for carrying out the administrative functions of events or occasions.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and processing and events bookings
• Arranging and preparing brochures for inquiries
• Liaising and working in relation with other departments about customer or client needs or requirements
• Efficiently communicating with customers or clients
• Providing administrative support to the events team, sponsorship team, and Head of Events as required
• Collating event packs and materials and arranging transportation of event equipment; and proofreading event materials
• Implementing systems to record all event data to be used for event marketing and planning, including research activity to audit and inform future event decisions
• Identifying and utilizing financial strategy and negotiations to boost the parameters of an event within a client’s budget
• Organizing samples and previews of all vendor supplies (entertainment, food, drinks, etc)
• Attracting new clients and maintaining good relationships with pre-existing customers or clients through excellent communication, advertising, and feedback.

Requirements

• Proven experience as event administrator or coordinator
• 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 ability
• Degree in hospitality management, public relations or relevant field is preferred