Event Manager at Extramileage Consults Limited

Main Function

The Event Manager will be responsible for planning, organizing, and executing corporate, hospitality, and promotional events. The role requires strong creativity, project management skills, and the ability to deliver exceptional events that enhance brand visibility, engage stakeholders, and drive business objectives.

The ideal candidate must be highly organized, resourceful, and experienced in handling events across diverse industries within a group structure.

Role Responsibilities

Event Planning and Strategy

• Develop and implement event concepts and strategies aligned with business objectives
• Create detailed event project plans including budgets, timelines, vendor lists, and risk assessments
• Identify opportunities for innovative events to promote products and services

Event Execution and Coordination

• Oversee the end-to-end execution of events including conferences, product launches, retail activations, corporate gatherings, and VIP engagements
• Coordinate logistics such as venue setup, catering, décor, entertainment, and technical requirements
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts to ensure cost efficiency and quality service delivery

Stakeholder and Client Engagement

• Work with internal departments, partners, and sponsors to ensure event objectives are met
• Serve as the main point of contact for clients, VIPs, and stakeholders before, during, and after events
• Ensure seamless hospitality and guest experience at all events

Budgeting and Financial Oversight

• Prepare and manage event budgets, ensuring effective allocation and monitoring of costs
• Track expenses and deliver events within approved budgets without compromising quality

Marketing and Promotion

• Collaborate with the communications team to design event marketing campaigns across digital, print, and media channels
• Develop pre- and post-event promotional materials and strategies