Event Manager - Design & Hospitality

Join a global leader in exhibition and publishing, drawing over 425, 000 visitors across 80 international exhibitions annually. We're seeking an Event Manager for our Cape Town or Johannesburg teams. While we value industry (Design and Hospitality) experience, we prioritize event management expertise. We're looking for candidates with strong skills, solid processes, and proven commercial acumen. Direct experience in sales, team leadership, and P&L accountability is essential. Elevate your career with us and make a global impact!

Role Summary

Management

• Lead a team to enhance our event portfolio in Africa.
• Identify new event opportunities and revenue streams.
• Foster relationships with key market players.
• Oversee event-specific P&L, budgeting, and scheduling in collaboration with the VP.
• Submit accurate reports and ensure targets are achieved.
• Coach and mentor team members, fostering a collaborative environment.

Content & Stakeholder Relations

• Understand market drivers to curate event content.
• Collaborate with content producers for advisory boards and speaker acquisition.
• Develop a consistent brand strategy and launch new events.

SPEX

• Profile buy-side and sell-side audiences and ensure sales coverage.
• Ensure quality value propositions and sales plans for events.
• Utilize CRM for forecasting and revenue optimization.
• Set and monitor sales campaign targets.
• Manage and support the agent network.

Marketing

• Collaborate with the Marketing team for event promotion.
• Ensure data strategies align with objectives.
• Oversee promotional content and identify new marketing avenues.
• Review marketing strategies for alignment with event goals.
• Ensure consistent design elements across marketing mediums.

Project Management

• Conduct regular meetings to ensure project progress.
• Lead on-site teams for successful event delivery.
• Review post-event reports and analyses.

Staffing & Reporting

• Recruit, train, and motivate teams, addressing any gaps.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Focus on improving forecasting and budgeting skills.
• Submit regular management reports.

Events

• Develop plans to enhance event identity and counter competition.
• Expand event focus and grow participation.
• Launch new events with team collaboration.

Operations

• Oversee Operations Manager for specific events.
• Ensure timely delivery of operations plans.
• Appoint contractors as needed, ensuring quality within budget.
• Manage portfolio P&L, control costs, and explore revenue opportunities.

Market Development

• Expand the sales agent network, focusing on specific regions.
• Stay updated on sector trends and integrate them into events.
• Foster key relationships and work with marketing to grow visitor numbers.
• Optimize marketing spend and develop partnerships where beneficial.

Skills

• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Proficient in networking and relationship building.
• Effective communication and management abilities.
• Skilled in negotiation and financial management.
• Commercially savvy with a track record in achieving P&L targets.
• Ability to work under pressure and with budgets.

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