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Job description / Role
Reports to: Events Manager
TGP is a Dubai based company specializing in exhibition stand design and construction, conferences, event management, turn-key digital solutions and commercial interiors. TGP draws on the expertise of its seven divisions (exhibitions, graphics, event management, interiors, digital marketing, conferences and audio visual) to work towards one goal: delivering world-class, commercially successful projects from conception to implementation.
The Event Executives role will have a dual focus. 40% will be related to the development of event proposals and 60% will be operational and involve the execution of events.
The Events Executive will report directly to the Events Manager and will ensure that all TGP events are delivered to a high quality standard representative of the TGP brand - on time and within budget. Once the event proposal has been developed, the Event Executive will need to translate the concept into specific actions. Excellent planning, organizational and project management skills are therefore key. The ideal candidate should also be able to propose and implement sound marketing & business development initiatives to further develop the diverse revenue streams of the division.
Responsibilities:
- Liaise with and assess the reliability of suppliers and develop solid business relationships Ensure the smooth operations of all events, representing TGP Events Team as and when assigned by the Events Manager
- Propose creative and feasible ideas to capitalize on the skills of the Events Team.
- Maintain knowledge of the UAE Events market and industry trends
- Propose project initiatives that relate to the Dubai events calendar Supervise the coordination of projects to be smoothly implemented
- Propose and implement procedures and processes to improve the operational flow of the Events Team
Requirements
- Undergraduate Degree in Business / Marketing / Sales or Communication Minimum of 2 years UAE experience handling a variety of small, medium to large scale events.
- Candidates with additional international event management experience as well as knowledge of sponsorship relations will be preferred. PMP accreditation will also be highly valued.
- Previous agency experience is preferred
- Arabic speakers are preferred but not essential Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines and simultaneously to handle multiple projects
- Versatile individual who is adaptable in both event design and implementation
- Outstanding customer service attitude
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Excellent project management and problem solving skills
- Proven hands-on, problem-solving record to successfully address unforeseen situations during project execution
- Proficient in MS Office and project management software knowledge (e.g. Smart Sheet, Function Sheet)
About the Company
italent has been around since 2012, when we saw that businesses needed better talent solutions for their employment requirements. By focusing our efforts on quality products and services that are simple-to-use and innovative, our team brings you the best results without any unexpected additional costs and unnecessary complications. Simply put, we love helping businesses find and keep the right people.