Event Manager

About Us Peston Entertainment Limited is a subsidiary of Peston Group, a diversified group of companies operating in Tanzania. The Company specializes in Events Management, Branding, Marketing, Public Relations, Media Production, Entertainment and Corporate Communications. As part of our expansion, we are seeking an experienced, creative and results-driven Events Manager with strong expertise in event planning, professional event management, VIP protocols and large-scale event coordination. Role Overview The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, organizing and executing corporate events, diplomatic conferences, government functions, international meetings, sporting events, marathons, exhibitions, product launches, roadshows and entertainment events. The position requires a professional with strong event management experience, sound knowledge of corporate, government, diplomatic and VIP protocols, excellent organizational skills and the ability to independently coordinate high-profile events. Key Responsibilities – Plan, organize and execute corporate events, diplomatic conferences, government functions, international meetings and high-profile events. – Develop and manage marathons, charity runs, sporting events, exhibitions, product launches, roadshows and entertainment events. – Apply appropriate VIP, corporate, government and diplomatic protocols, including order of precedence, official seating arrangements, flag etiquette and formal event procedures. – Coordinate VIP arrivals, official delegations, guest reception, accreditation and hospitality arrangements. – Liaise with government institutions, diplomatic missions, corporate organizations, event partners and other stakeholders. – Prepare professional event concepts, proposals, budgets, schedules and implementation plans. – Coordinate event venues, suppliers, contractors, logistics, staging, branding, audiovisual production and technical teams. – Develop sponsorship proposals and identify potential corporate sponsors and strategic partners. – Manage event registration, invitations, ticketing, participant coordination and guest management. – Coordinate event permits, security, safety arrangements and relevant regulatory approvals. – Oversee event programmes, rehearsals, master of ceremonies and official proceedings. – Develop new event management opportunities and maintain professional client relationships. – Monitor event budgets, control costs and ensure successful project execution. – Prepare post-event reports, evaluations and financial performance assessments. Qualifications & Requirements – Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Events Management, Public Relations, International Relations, Marketing, Business Administration or a related field. – Minimum 3 years of proven professional event planning and management experience. – Demonstrable experience successfully organizing corporate events, conferences, sporting events or large-scale public events. – Sound knowledge of VIP, corporate, government and diplomatic protocols, etiquette and formal event procedures. – Strong understanding of event production, logistics, budgeting, supplier coordination and project management. – Experience preparing professional event proposals, budgets, presentations and sponsorship packages. – Excellent organizational, communication, negotiation, leadership and problem-solving skills. – Ability to work independently, coordinate multiple projects and deliver results under pressure. – Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. – Excellent communication skills in English and Kiswahili. Preferred Qualifications – Experience organizing diplomatic conferences, government functions, international summits or high-level corporate events. – Experience organizing marathons, charity runs or major sporting events. – Experience coordinating VIP guests, senior government officials, diplomats and corporate executives. – Established professional networks within events management, hospitality, government, corporate organizations and event production. What We’re Looking For We are seeking a competent, commercially minded and experienced Events Manager capable of transforming event concepts into professionally executed and financially viable projects. The ideal candidate should demonstrate practical experience in event planning, budgeting, stakeholder coordination, VIP protocol management and successful event execution. Shortlisted candidates should be prepared to discuss events they have previously organized, including their responsibilities, budgets, challenges and outcomes.

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