Etisalat's vision is a world where people’s reach is not limited by matter or distance; a world where people will effortlessly stay in touch with family and friends; a world where businesses of all sizes can reach new markets without the limitations of distance and travel
Etisalat Nigeria is recruiting to fill the below position of:
Job Title: Manager Events
Location: Lagos, NG
Job Summary
Execute all commercial events, exhibits and fairs aimed at enhancing Etisalat Nigeria's corporate image/ brand
Principal Functions
- Keep abreast of global and local best practices with regard to events management
- Support the Head-Events & Sponsorship in continuously reviewing the unit's activities; make recommendations for improvement and implement approved initiatives to ensure enhanced team performance
- Identify required resources, personnel and funding to achieve the unit's strategy
- Establish and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
- Co-ordinate all activities involved in planning Etisalat Nigeria events including preparation of event plans/ programmes, communication plans, media material, venue selection and post-event evaluation
- Identify opportunities for Etisalat Nigeria to participate in local and international events with the aim of enhancing brand image and visibility; proffer recommendations for the attention of the Head-Events and Sponsorship
- Liaise with the Communications and Merchandising team to ensure adequate and prompt supply of promotional items for events and fairs
- Ensure distribution of appropriate promotional and gift items at Etisalat Nigeria events to foster goodwill and enhance the organization's corporate image
- Liaise with the visual advertising team to ensure adequate visibility of all planned events
- Implement the Events unit's work programmes and plans in line with agreed upon procedures and guidelines
- Plan and manage the human and material resources of the unit to optimize performance, boost morale and enhance productivity
- Manage inter-functional relations to ensure synergy across the various departmental functions
- Provide leadership and guidance to team members and manage subordinates' performance towards the achievement of overall team objectives
- Monitor and control the budgetary needs of the Events unit
- Prepare/ compile agreed periodic activity and performance reports for the attention of the Head-Events and Sponsorship
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the Head-Events and Sponsorship
Educational Requirements
- First degree or equivalent in any relevant discipline
- Postgraduate/ professional qualifications and/ or certifications in a related field will be an advantage
Experience, Skills & Competencies
- Between six (6) and eight (8) directly relevant post-NYSC work experience, with at least most recent three (3) years in a supervisory role
Application Closing Date
20th June, 2013
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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