Events Manager at United People Global (UPG)

Position Description

• Participate in the preparation and execution of events related to the organisation’s work.
• Manage event set up, tear down and follow-up activities
• Proactively manage logistics and administrative tasks required for events related to the organisation’s work. This may include organising travel, visas, accommodation
• This includes managing relationships with external stakeholders, coordinating directly with suppliers and other stakeholders during planning and execution
• Ensure the visibility of the events of the Community. This includes work related to social media.
• Produce documents related to events organised by the Community: presentations, briefing notes, memos, reports. Monitor relevant activities both online and offline
• Maintaining information systems related to event management
• Track event key performance areas and identify items to work on for future events
• This role also includes opportunities to design and to execute innovative and other specific ideas to strengthen event management and development for the work of the organisation
• Qualified candidates are welcome with a variety of skills. No single candidate is expected to possess all qualifications as the selected candidate brings their unique set of skills to our work and complements a team. 

Qualifications and Skills

• The ideal candidate holds a degree or qualification in hospitality management
• Bachelors degree is required. Masters degree or additional graduate qualification is an advantage
• Prior experience working in event management is an advantage.
• Experience working on large events is an asset.
• The candidate cares about the mission of UPG
• Strong co-ordination and/or project management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong social media skills are an asset
• Ability to work in ambiguous settings; especially in start-up mode
• Ability to work alone and in a team
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other productivity applications is an asset
• Self-starter: the ability to work on your own initiative
• Previous experience in or willingness to learn about working with communities and/or the non-profit sector is an asset.