Event / Project Manager

Event / Project Manager

in a firm in Lagos Full-time

Industry Advertising / Marketing / Comms

Specialization Marketing / Advertising / Communications,

Minimum Qualification Degree

Required Experience 3 - 5 years

Application Deadline 2014-02-09
Our client is a leading company of self-styled ‘Events Architects’ based in Lagos, made up of a vibrant team of experts with a refreshing approach to event management. Our mission is to deliver events which take the audience on a journey to create a measurable mindset shift, to raise client profile and to increase their profitability – we set out to change the way people think and feel about brands through creating unique experiences. We are urgently looking for an exceptional Project Manager to join our fast growing and dynamic team and be responsible for the project management of a myriad of functions including corporate, entertainment, social, fundraising, promotional and community events.

Job Summary:
You will own each project, acting as the key point of contact for clients, suppliers, vendors and other sub contractors, and will be responsible for efficiently managing the project and maintaining its quality from conception to completion; including coordination, logistical planning and marketing. Must have the experience and the ability to handle large scale and complex events and incentives; provide leadership on every aspect from pitches and contract negotiations to developing existing accounts and marketing new ones; managing a team; and delivering outstanding events for clients.

Qualifications and Requirements:
Solid and proven full event project management experience; must have handled ground and hotel/​venue logistics.
5-10 years’ experience within the events industry, with a minimum of 3 years’ experience at Project Manager level.
Strong relationship management, collaboration and interpersonal skills.
Excellent communication skills (written, oral and presentation); negotiation and influencing skills.
Solid leadership experience; experienced people manager and proven ability in training and developing staff;
Numerate and experienced at preparing quotes and managing complex budgets.
Excellent planning, organisation and prioritisation skills
Computer literate with advanced experience of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel and Powerpoint).
Must be culturally aware and have had group event travel and on-site experience.
Problem-solving skills a must.
A creative and proactive approach to tasks.
The ability to manage multiple tasks at once.
Excellent attention to detail.
Languages would be useful but not essential.

An energetic and enthusiastic individual with an open mind and a ‘can do’ attitude and a determination to develop the role within the company will thrive in this role.




To apply, send your CV to 2425f@jbng.me.