Specialist - Events

The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and results-driven The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Marketing Specialist Events to join our dynamic marketing team. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in end-to-end event management across local, regional, and international markets. This role plays a key part in executing impactful events, including in-person, hybrid, and virtual formats, that support brand awareness, customer engagement, and lead generation goals.Your Key Responsibilities Plan and manage the full event lifecycle, including venue sourcing, registration, permits, logistics, travel coordination, and on-site execution.Lead procurement coordination: raise PRs, follow up on POs, and ensure timely payments in collaboration with finance and procurement teams.Track and manage event budgets, vendor invoices, and cost reporting.Align and coordinate with internal stakeholders (e.g., product, sales, legal, finance, creative) to ensure all event deliverables are met on schedule.Liaise with external vendors, production houses, and agencies for stand builds, branding, printing, and promotional items.Maintain and update project plans, event timelines, run-of-show documents, and checklists for smooth delivery.Oversee the preparation of logistics kits including name badges, welcome packs, attendee lists, permits, and social media coverage.Monitor and manage shipping schedules and inventory of giveaways and branded materials.Lead on-site coordination during setup; ensure all elements are executed as planned.Provide administrative support such as scheduling, post-event reporting, and file organization.Coordinate and manage the production and distribution of branded merchandise, employee kits, and event collateral.Plan and execute strategic in-person, hybrid, and partner-led events to drive awareness and business growth.Support and deliver webinars, international activations, and innovation-driven events such as hackathons.The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Marketing Specialist Events to join our dynamic marketing team. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in end-to-end event management across local, regional, and international markets. This role plays a key part in executing impactful events, including in-person, hybrid, and virtual formats, that support brand awareness, customer engagement, and lead generation goals.Your Key Responsibilities Plan and manage the full event lifecycle, including venue sourcing, registration, permits, logistics, travel coordination, and on-site execution.Lead procurement coordination: raise PRs, follow up on POs, and ensure timely payments in collaboration with finance and procurement teams.Track and manage event budgets, vendor invoices, and cost reporting.Align and coordinate with internal stakeholders (e.g., product, sales, legal, finance, creative) to ensure all event deliverables are met on schedule.Liaise with external vendors, production houses, and agencies for stand builds, branding, printing, and promotional items.Maintain and update project plans, event timelines, run-of-show documents, and checklists for smooth delivery.Oversee the preparation of logistics kits including name badges, welcome packs, attendee lists, permits, and social media coverage.Monitor and manage shipping schedules and inventory of giveaways and branded materials.Lead on-site coordination during setup; ensure all elements are executed as planned.Provide administrative support such as scheduling, post-event reporting, and file organization.Coordinate and manage the production and distribution of branded merchandise, employee kits, and event collateral.Plan and execute strategic in-person, hybrid, and partner-led events to drive awareness and business growth.Support and deliver webinars, international activations, and innovation-driven events such as hackathons.What We're Looking For3 5 years of experience in event marketing or event management, preferably in a tech, innovation, or B2B environment.Demonstrated success in managing end-to-end event logistics for large-scale and high-profile events (both hybrid and virtual).Experience in executing webinars, hackathons, and international exhibitions.Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects under tight deadlines.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and Power Point); familiarity with Monday.com or similar tools is a plus.Basic understanding of procurement and finance workflows.Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work with cross-functional teams.High attention to detail and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus.Disclaimer: Naukrigulf.com is only a platform to bring jobseekers & employers together. 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