Event Designer/Coordinator at Design Union

JOB SUMMARY

• Organize and manage events: physical and virtual for the organisation.
• Planning events, inviting target audiences, and keeping the desired audience coming.
• Generation of event ideas for marketing different products and venues.
• Manage the preparation for upcoming events. Knowledge of methods in setting up/tearing down events, housekeeping/cleaning techniques of large public facilities, exhibiting and showing utilities
• Accurately prepare event estimates and budgets.
• Properly execute in a timely fashion all back-end paperwork related to events, i.e., post-event notes, photo uploads, etc.
• Inspect buildings and specific meeting areas to evaluate suitability for occupancy, considering such factors as air circulation, lighting, location, room size, and event requirements.
• Ensure that the equipment, physical set-up, and personnel provided meet the requirements of the event and the tenant’s contractual agreement.
• Develop assignment schedules for staffing requirements for the proper presentation of events.

REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE

• 1st Degree (1st Class or 2nd Class) in Social Sciences or any relevant courses.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar position

REQUIRED SKILLS / ATTRIBUTES

• Remain flexible and adjust to situations as they occur.
• Good written, verbal and computer skills.
• Work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work long and irregular hours that may vary due to functions and may include weekends, and holidays.
• A team player with sound leadership abilities