Requirements

Job Education

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in business administration, event management, hospitality, or a related field. Prior Administrative Experience: Previous experience in an administrative role is required.

Job Must Have

• Event Industry Familiarity: An understanding of the events industry, including knowledge of event planning processes, timelines, and logistics. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with clients, vendors, and colleagues.
• Organizational Skills; Effective organization and multitasking abilities to manage various aspects of event administration, including bookings, schedules, and client inquiries.
• Customer Service: A customer-centric approach to handling client inquiries and providing excellent customer service.
• Detail-Oriented: The ability to manage event details meticulously, ensuring nothing is overlooked. Computer Skills: Proficiency in standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) and event management software.
• Problem-Solving Skills; Capability to identify and resolve issues that may arise during the planning and execution of events. Flexibility: The events industry often involves working irregular hours and weekends, so flexibility is essential. Teamwork: Willingness to work collaboratively with event planners, coordinators, and other staff members.
• Creativity: brainstorming event concepts or solutions to unique client requests.
• Budget Management; Experience or familiarity with budgeting and financial aspects of event planning and administration, including cost estimation and tracking.
• Vendor Relationships: Existing relationships with event vendors or knowledge of sourcing reliable suppliers in the events industry.
• Legal Compliance: Knowledge of Regulations: Understanding of relevant legal and safety regulations pertaining to events and venue operations.
• Time Management: Strong time management skills to meet event deadlines and ensure smooth event execution.
• Creative Problem-Solving: ability to come up with innovative solutions when faced with unexpected challenges during events.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in business administration, event management, hospitality, or a related field.