- Company Name
- techoraco
- Job Title
- Event Operations & Awards Manager
- Job Description
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**Job Title:** Event Operations & Awards Manager
**Role Summary:**
Lead end‑to‑end delivery of large-scale awards ceremonies and related conferences/exhibitions. Oversee award campaigns, judging processes, budgeting, vendor contracts, logistics, and on‑site execution to ensure profitable, compliant, and high‑quality events.
**Expectations:**
- Deliver awards and events on time, within budget, and to agreed profit margins.
- Maintain high customer satisfaction and stakeholder engagement.
- Demonstrate proactive problem‑solving, initiative, and ownership of decisions.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Plan, launch, and manage awards campaigns, including portal setup and judging compliance.
- Coordinate all event phases: pre‑planning, procurement, floor & signage design, staffing, travel, and accommodation.
- Negotiate contracts with venues and suppliers; secure favorable terms and cost control.
- Develop event packages with sales, ensuring ROI and margin targets.
- Compile and distribute client instructions, venue details, and event schedules.
- Oversee sponsor fulfilment and award logistics (trophy ordering, rehearsals, table plans).
- Ensure health & safety, security, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance for each event.
- Lead on‑site operations: staff briefings, vendor coordination, attendee journey, and real‑time issue resolution.
- Champion ESG and inclusion initiatives across events.
- Maintain financial control, reporting, and profitability metrics.
**Required Skills:**
- Extensive awards & event operations experience (≥5 years).
- Strategic, financial, and operational planning expertise.
- Strong negotiation, contracting, and vendor management skills.
- Proficiency with floor‑planning/table‑planning software.
- White‑glove client service orientation.
- Advanced problem‑solving, initiative, and decision‑making.
- Experience with risk, compliance, and ESG frameworks.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership.
**Required Education & Certifications:**
- Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related field.
- Professional certifications (e.g., Certified Meeting Professional – CMP, Certified Special Events Professional – CSEP) preferred.