Chief of Staff / Event Manager at Work in Nigeria

Work in Nigeria is a talent recruitment and headhunting company based in Lagos Nigeria. Our overall goal is to redefine the recruitment sector by sourcing, shortlisting and placing suitable and top-notch talent in for our client’s businesses. We provide top notch and streamlined recruitment and candidate placement services on a permanent, contractual and interim basis across all grade levels and sectors.

At Work In Nigeria, we also provide employability and career advisory support to individuals and career professionals who require expert coaching and guidance with making career decisions.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief of Staff / Event Manager

Location: Eti - Osa, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities
Strategic & Executive Support:

• Work closely with the CEO/Founder to drive strategic initiatives and business priorities
• Coordinate internal operations and ensure alignment across departments
• Track key projects, timelines, and deliverables to ensure execution excellence
• Act as a liaison between leadership, clients, and internal teams

Event Planning & Execution:

• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of events (corporate, social, experiential)
• Oversee event concept development, design, and production
• Ensure all event elements (venue, décor, lighting, logistics) align with client vision
• Manage on-site event coordination to ensure seamless delivery

Client & Stakeholder Management:

• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Understand client needs and translate them into creative event experiences
• Provide regular updates and ensure client satisfaction

Vendor & Logistics Management:

• Source, negotiate, and manage vendors (venues, decorators, production teams, etc.)
• Oversee contracts, budgets, and procurement processes
• Ensure timely delivery of all event materials and services

Operations & Team Coordination:

• Supervise and coordinate event teams and freelancers
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Ensure quality control and consistency across all events

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Event Management, Business Administration, or related field
• 3–6+ years experience in event management or a similar role
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
• Creative mindset with attention to detail
• Experience working with vendors and managing budgets
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools

Key Competencies

• Leadership and decision-making
• Strong problem-solving ability
• Attention to detail and execution excellence
• Time management and multitasking
• Client-focused approach.

Application Closing Date
31st March, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: favour@workinnigeria.org using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.