We are looking for an experienced and creative Event Manager to join our team. As an Event Manager at our organization, you will be responsible for organizing and coordinating fundraising events.

We are expecting you to be very well-organized. Communication skills, good time management, and attention to detail are a must!


Responsibilities

  • Understand the requirements and details of each event
  • Plan and organize events with attention to financial and time constraints
  • Book venues and schedule speakers
  • Look for and compare different vendors (catering, decorators, musicians, etc.)
  • Negotiate with vendors to achieve the most favorable terms
  • Hire, train, and oversee personnel
  • Evaluate personnel and provide reports
  • Manage all event operations (preparing venue, invitations, food, drinks, etc.)
  • Track the overall even expenses regularly
  • Do event budget planning
  • Stay within the budget
  • Carefully oversee event happenings
  • Offer solutions to resolve problems in a timely manner
  • Evaluate the event’s success and submit reports


Qualifications

  • Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on the organization's success
  • Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
  • Team player
  • Good time-management skills
  • Great interpersonal and communication skills
  • A degree in hospitality management, public relations, or a relevant field is preferred



Skills: Fundraising/grant writing, Art, Business consulting/entrepreneurship, Grant Research / Grantwriting, Graphic design, Graphic design, Journalism, Marketing/outreach strategy, Monitoring & Evaluation, Operational management, Social justice activism

Desired Hours per Week: 11-20 hours per week

Timeframe: This position is available on a year-round basis.

Location: Dzaleka Refugee Camp


https://www.omprakash.org/global/tumaini-letu/apply?pid=8984