Responsibilities:
- Understand requirements for each event
- Plan event with attention to budget and time constraints
- Manage all the logistics of the event: prepare, gather and organize all means to cover the event/visit such as the list of invited people, transportation, confirmation of attendance, etc.
- Coordinate all aspects related to the event including putting together a dedicated team to prepare the program, coordinate with all entities (within company and externals) and lead the good execution of the program during the visit.
- Research vendors (catering, decorators, musicians etc.) and choose the best combination of quality and cost.
- Manage all event operations.
- Do final checks at the day of the event (e.g. tables, technology) to ensure everything meets standards.
- Oversee event happenings and act quickly to resolve problems.
- Evaluate event’s success and submit reports.
Qualifications:
- Degree in hospitality management, public relations or relevant field is preferred.
- Proven experience as event coordinator.
- A proven track record of organizing successful events.
- Proficient in MS Office.
- Excellent vendor management skills.
- Outstanding communication and negotiation ability.
- Well-organized with multi-tasking skills.
- Able to handle stress and remain calm.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Must speak, read and write English and Portuguese fluently.
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationship with clients.
- Excellent team player with good leadership skills.