Event Manager at Domeo Resources International (DRI)

Domeo Resources International (DRI) is a prolific organisation which proffers HR and Management Consultancy solutions premised on excellence and innovation. DRI analyses various organisational problems, develops improvement plans, deploys those plans and monitors the plans to ensure improved organisational performance.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Event Manager

Location: Awka, Anambra
Employment Type: Full-time

Main Function

• The Event Manager will be responsible for planning, organizing, and executing corporate, hospitality, and promotional events.
• The role requires strong creativity, project management skills, and the ability to deliver exceptional events that enhance brand visibility, engage stakeholders, and drive business objectives.
• The ideal candidate must be highly organized, resourceful, and experienced in handling events across diverse industries within a group structure.

Role Responsibilities

• Event Planning and Strategy
• Develop and implement event concepts and strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Create detailed event project plans including budgets, timelines, vendor lists, and risk assessments.
• Identify opportunities for innovative events to promote products and services.
• Event Execution and Coordination
• Oversee the end-to-end execution of events including conferences, product launches, retail activations, corporate gatherings, and VIP engagements.
• Coordinate logistics such as venue setup, catering, décor, entertainment, and technical requirements.
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts to ensure cost efficiency and quality service delivery.
• Stakeholder and Client Engagement
• Work with internal departments, partners, and sponsors to ensure event objectives are met.
• Serve as the main point of contact for clients, VIPs, and stakeholders before, during, and after events.
• Ensure seamless hospitality and guest experience at all events.
• Budgeting and Financial Oversight
• Prepare and manage event budgets, ensuring effective allocation and monitoring of costs.
• Track expenses and deliver events within approved budgets without compromising quality.
• Marketing and Promotion
• Collaborate with the communications team to design event marketing campaigns across digital, print, and media channels.
• Develop pre- and post-event promotional activities to maximize visibility and ROI.
• Risk and Compliance Management
• Identify potential risks and develop contingency plans to ensure smooth event execution.
• Ensure events comply with health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting
• Collect feedback and measure event success against KPIs and business objectives.
• Prepare post-event reports highlighting achievements, challenges, and recommendations.

Qualifications and Requirements
Education and Certifications:

•  Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Event Management, Marketing, Mass Communication, Business Administration, or related field.
• Professional certifications in Event Management, PR, or Hospitality are an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5–7 years’ experience in event planning and management, preferably in a group structure, hospitality, retail, or corporate environment.
• Demonstrated success in delivering high-profile events and managing multi-vendor projects.

Skills:

• Event Planning and Execution:
• Strong expertise in conceptualizing, planning, and executing large-scale corporate and promotional events.
• Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously with precision and efficiency.
• Creativity and Innovation
• Proven ability to deliver innovative event experiences that enhance brand image.
• Strong eye for detail in event design, décor, and hospitality.

Leadership and Team Management:

• Ability to lead internal teams and external vendors to deliver successful events.
• Strong supervisory, negotiation, and vendor management skills.

Financial and Organizational Acumen:

• Skilled in preparing and managing event budgets, contracts, and financial reconciliations.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

Communication and Interpersonal:

• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills for engaging stakeholders, sponsors, clients, and VIPs.

Problem-Solving and Crisis Management:

• Ability to think quickly and resolve unexpected challenges during event execution.
• Calm under pressure with strong risk management skills.

Application Closing Date
23rd September, 2025.

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs and a Cover Letter to: recruitment@domeoresources.org using "Event Manager – Awka" as the subject of the mail.