Event Manager
Job No:
DE4453
Location:
Sydney
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About our Organisation
Diversified Communications is an award-winning events company that connects businesses to engage with their customers. We pride ourselves on offering participants unique experiences, and a great return on investment for businesses.
About this Opportunity
We are on the lookout for an Event Manager for the DesignBuild Expo. The event attracts worldwide interest and brings together the industry to showcase innovation, the latest trends and provides for networking opportunities from key decision makers within the industry.
As an experienced Event Manager, you will be given the mandate to challenge the status quo and bring in your creative, strategic and commercially sound ideas to the table to drive this show into the next phase of success. We're looking for someone who is energetic, self-motivated and adaptable. Your previous experience in the event, exhibition and conference space and your meticulous attention to detail will ensure you shine in this dynamic fast-paced role.
Responsibilities of the role will include:
- Developing a comprehensive show business plan including sales, sponsorship, visitor and exhibitor strategies
- Achieving agreed financial performance indicators for exhibition as per the show business plan
- Closely monitoring all costs relating to the exhibition and ensure it is in line or below budget
- Development and maintenance of project plan, timeline and work plan
- Having a clear understanding of the industry, trends, competition and market focus
- Attending relevant industry related networking events and identify and report on opportunities
- Nurturing and managing client relationships to ensure satisfaction whilst positioning the show for future growth
- Working closely with the Marketing department to establish promotional campaigns for both visitor and exhibitor audiences
- Working with the Marketing department to maximise opportunities for exhibitiors and partners through sponsorship and brand activations at DesignBuild and associated events
- Ensuring exhibitor satisfaction and positioning the show for future growth
- Managing and guiding a team of three sales staff who are responsible for exhibitor sales revenue
To ensure your success in this role you will have:
- At least 2 year's experience in a commercial event management environment
- Experience in managing event production budgets with financial accountability
- Ability to 'think outside the box' and come up with creative solutions to deliver revenue
- Ability to build strong relationships with key stakeholders
- Superior ability to prioritise, multi-task, and meet deadlines
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Precise attention to detail and methodical approach
This role will require interstate travel.
What Now?
If this sounds like you and you want to be the newest member of our team then send us your CV, don't forget to include a cover letter which highlights the reasons why we should hire you!