Events Planner Assistant -Lavington At Ital Global

About the Client:A leading and busy events planning and management company in Nairobi that has resources and equipment to bring events from mere ideas to reality seeks to hire a competent and aggressive individual. The firm is involved in every aspect of planning and execution letting their clients focus on their core business.Qualifications and RequirementsDiploma or Certificate in Hospitality Management, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related fieldAt least 2 years' experience as an events plannerCompetencies and Skills required:An eye for creatively using spaceExcellent team management skillsPositive attitude and problem solving skillsReporting and Presentation skillsMust be flexible and adaptableAbility to be proactive and take initiativeReliable and keen attention to detailsHonesty and integrityAbility to multi task and prioritizing skillsOutstanding customer service skills and exceptional people skillsOutstanding oral and written communication skillsIn-depth knowledge of the industry and its current eventsExcellent organization and time managementKey Responsibilities and DutiesLiaise directly with customers and manage external vendor resources and relationshipsEnsure that all deliverables from creative agencies maintain the integrity of their creative look and feelManage inventory levels and resolve issues among clients and internal departmentsManage all aspects of an event from pre-planning, determining resource needs, pre-event marketing, and on-site coordination, to post-event follow upMake sure designs satisfy the client and corporate requirements, are within budget and are delivered within the deadlineOrder supplies needed for event and ensure items arrive in a timely fashionConduct post-event data and strategic analysis to inform future eventsPlan and execute pre-event marketingSuggest ideas to management for improvement of event quality and services to clientsCarry out market research to discover opportunities for event and/or sponsorship, and working to generate client interestAny other duty assigned