Event Manager
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Role Overview
Support the planning and delivery of major events within a fast-paced sporting environment.
Coordinate multiple stakeholders and suppliers across event planning, build-up, delivery, and post-event activities.
The role is a fixed-term assignment lasting 12 months, with possible further engagement subject to performance and organisational requirements.
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Role Overview
Support the planning and delivery of major events within a fast-paced sporting environment.
Coordinate multiple stakeholders and suppliers across event planning, build-up, delivery, and post-event activities.
The role is a fixed-term assignment lasting 12 months, with possible further engagement subject to performance and organisational requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive operational readiness of assigned event areas and workstreams.
- Coordinate venue setup, event overlay, temporary infrastructure, and site logistics through build-up, live event, and dismantling.
- Manage contractors and suppliers against agreed scope, timelines, and operational requirements.
- Coordinate multiple stakeholders to close dependencies and event requirements before delivery.
- Own on-site operational issues, make timely decisions, and coordinate solutions during live events.
- Track readiness, risks, outstanding actions, and changing requirements throughout the event lifecycle.
- Lead post-event closeout and debrief activities and capture lessons learned and improvement areas.
What We’re Looking For
- At least 6 years of large-scale event experience.
- Direct operational delivery experience is required; administration, registrations, guest management, marketing, or general event support alone is insufficient.
- A bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Business, Hospitality, or a related field is required.
- Strong command of English is required.
- Arabic language ability is preferred.
- Hands-on experience coordinating suppliers, contractors, and multiple stakeholders.
- Strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Availability for extended or irregular hours when required.
- Previous exposure to motorsport or large-scale international sporting or event delivery is strongly preferred.
Additional Requirements
- Applicants should currently be based in Qatar with a valid Residence Permit and be able to provide a No Objection Certificate where required for the assignment.
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