Events Coordinator (Thika) at Cascade Premier

They seek to hire a well experienced Events Coordinator who will be tasked with events planning and coordination from inception to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Be able to Train and coordinate learners taking Events Management course.
• Event planning, design and production while managing all project delivery elements within time limits.
• Liaise with clients to identify their needs and to ensure customer satisfaction
• Conduct market research, gather information and negotiate contracts prior to closing any deals
• Organize facilities and manage all event’s details such as decor, catering, entertainment, transportation, location, invitee list, special guests, equipment, promotional material etc
• Maintaining a working relationship with vendors and venues
• Demonstrating to client’s strong knowledge of venues and vendor offerings and taking clients on tours of venue possibilities
• Staying under budget while planning event specifications
• Managing and overseeing events on the day of, including problem-solving, welcoming guests, directing event set-up, communicating with staff, and organising vendors
• Communicating with marketing team to create effective advertisements for each event, and when necessary crafting marketing materials such as print and Internet advertisements for individual events
• Anticipating and planning for different scenarios
• Creating sales opportunities for future events during client liaisons and during events, including possessing a strong working knowledge of the company to further these sales opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science In Event And Convention Management, Hospitality Management or any other related field.
• Diploma/ Certificate in Events Planning will be an added advantage
• Over two (2) years of event planning experience
• Substantial portfolio of successful events
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Flexible schedule