Event Manager at Strivo
Strivo
Lagos, Nigeria
Permanent
Published 1 month ago · Expires 4 weeks from now
Job description
A dynamic team is expanding and looking for the right talent.
Job Summary
- We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Events Manager to lead the execution, operational excellence, team performance, and financial success of a key portion of corporate event portfolio.
- The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, financial management, and project execution skills, ensuring that strategic directives from the Head of Events are translated into flawless delivery.
- This role requires a professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, makes high-impact operational decisions, and consistently delivers exceptional client experiences.
- Lead the development and implementation of detailed operational strategies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality control frameworks for all events.
- Translate strategic goals into clear, actionable, and measurable execution plans for the event operations team.
- Oversee the full lifecycle of the events portfolio — from concept refinement and planning to execution, delivery, and post-event evaluation.
- Independently evaluate, recommend, and integrate event technology solutions and systems that enhance team efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Exercise decision-making authority on critical operational matters including budget reallocations, vendor management, and on-site issue resolution.
- Take full ownership of the Profit & Loss (P&L) performance for the assigned events portfolio, proactively driving cost efficiencies and revenue optimization.
- Manage and control individual event budgets with autonomy, providing summarized financial reports and variance analyses to the Head of Events.
- Negotiate and finalize contracts with venues and general suppliers within established financial parameters.
- Oversee event financial reconciliations and prepare comprehensive monthly P&L reports and performance metrics for executive review.
- Directly supervise, mentor, and coach team members, ensuring clarity of roles, expectations, and performance outcomes.
- Manage departmental workflows including task delegation, scheduling, and resource allocation to ensure optimal productivity and balanced workloads.
- Identify talent development needs and implement training or professional development programs to enhance internal capability and overall service quality.
- Serve as the primary management-level point of contact for high-value clients throughout the execution phase, ensuring their expectations are exceeded.
- Hold independ...