Events Marketing Manager at Exinity Group

Job Description
In a few sentences:

• FXTM has a successful track record of over 10 years in the business, and has built its reputation up to stand proudly behind the promise it makes to its clients: “FXTM Gives you more”. We are looking for an event manager who has end to end event delivery experience to join our team. Your expertise will include sourcing, negotiating, contracting, program planning, on-site event management, budget management and final reconciliation.
• You are comfortable in managing external vendors and suppliers including contract management, can work individually or as part of a wider team. You thrive on working to key project milestones and are not afraid to question or bring your ideas and solutions to the table.

What You’ll Do

• Plan and execute a range of events across Kenya including logistics and website / delegate registration / communication
• Consult with stakeholders to gather all requirements to deliver the right event solution to meet their objectives
• Manage external vendors and suppliers – for sourcing, negotiating, contracting and event delivery – maximising spend to drive savings but not compromise on quality
• Financial responsibility of the event budget – from budget preparation to final reconciliation
• Keep up to date with company and legal guidelines for event health and safety (e.g., COVID protocols), privacy (e.g., GDPR), and security; and provide guidance to stakeholders
• Work closely with Associate Vice President of the region, local sales team and global education team to deliver successful educational seminars and workshops

Qualifications
Competencies Required:

• Event management experience and some experience of managing online events is preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Ability to travel and attend events across the country.
• Advanced organizational and presentation skills
• Excellent command of the English language, with high level of verbal and communication skills.
• University-level degree, preferably in Marketing and any relevant additional certifications will be an added advantage
• Self-driven and ambitious.