Specialist -.Events and Merchandising at Etisalat Nigeria

Job Summary
Assist in the organisation and execution of all commercial events, exhibitions and fairs aimed at enhancing Etisalat's corporate image/brand.

Principal Functions

•     Assist in preparation of first drafts of all planning documents for Etisalat's events e.g. event plans/programmes, communication plans, media material, venue selection and post-event evaluation.
•     Liaise with relevant vendors to ensure smooth execution of all planned events for Etisalat.
•     Assist in identifying opportunities for Etisalat to participate in local and international events and proffer recommendations to the Manager, Events.
•     Liaise with the Merchandising team to ensure the distribution of appropriate promotional/gift items at Etisalat's events to foster goodwill and enhance the organisation's corporate image.
•     Maintain good relationships with vendors and relevant event agencies and monitor achievement of SLAs.
•     Liaise with relevant units in carrying out all relevant activities.
•     Attend team/divisional/departmental meetings as required.
•     Prepare/compile agreed periodic activity and performance reports for the attention of the Manager, Events.
•     Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager, Events.

Educational Requirements

• First degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline.

Experience, Skills & Competencies

•     Three (3) to five (5) years relevant work experience.
•     Industry knowledge
•     Events Management
•     Communication
•     Results Orientation
•     Personal Effectiveness
•     Customer Focus
•     Passion for Excellence
•     Integrity
•     Empowering people
•     Growing people
•     Team work