Head of Events at Doheney Services Ltd

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the overall event strategy, aligning it with the company goals and objectives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their event needs and objectives.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in event management.
• Define event themes, formats, and goals, and develop event plans and timelines accordingly.
• Oversee all aspects of event execution, including venue selection, vendor management, budgeting, and logistics.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure seamless event operations.
• Manage event budgets, track expenses, and negotiate contracts with suppliers and service providers.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key event partners and vendors.
• Work with cross-functional teams to develop event programs and agendas that align with the target audience and event goals.
• Collaborate with speakers, presenters, and subject matter experts to ensure relevant and engaging content.
• Oversee the creation of event materials, including presentations, signage, and promotional materials.
• Coordinate with marketing and communications teams to promote events through various channels.
• Lead and manage a team of event professionals, providing guidance, support, and mentorship.
• Delegate tasks and responsibilities, ensuring effective coordination and efficient workflow.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture, promoting professional growth and development.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including executives, sales, marketing, and customer success teams, to understand their event needs and goals.
• Communicate event plans, progress, and outcomes to stakeholders, ensuring alignment and satisfaction.
• Build and maintain relationships with external partners, sponsors, and event attendees to maximize engagement and business opportunities.
• Develop and implement methods to measure the success of events, including attendee feedback, metrics, and ROI analysis.
• Prepare post-event reports summarizing key findings, lessons learned, and recommendations for future events.
• Continuously evaluate and improve event processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in marketing, business administration, communications, or a related field. Additional certifications in event management are desirable.
• Proven experience in planning and executing large-scale corporate events, conferences, trade shows, or similar initiatives.
• Strong understanding of event management principles, best practices, and industry trends.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities, with experience leading and motivating a diverse team.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in budget management, contract negotiation, and vendor management.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficiency in event management software and tools for registration, attendee management, and event analytics.