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Event Manager
Opass Limited • Lagos
Posted: 19 October 2026Deadline: 31 October 2026
📋 Requirements
- •Minimum: Bachelor's degree/HND in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Business Administration, Marketing, Event Management or related discipline.
- •Minimum 4–6 years' experience in event management, hospitality, banqueting or hotel operations.
- •At least 2 years in a supervisory or management position.
- •Experience in a reputable hotel, event centre or hospitality company.
- •Strong knowledge of event planning and hotel banquet operations.
- •Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- •Strong Microsoft Office/Google Workspace skills.
- •Desirable: Professional certification in Event Management or Hospitality Management; sales and marketing experience; hotel PMS/event management system knowledge; corporate conference experience; international hotel-brand experience.
📝 Description
- •JOB SUMMARY
- •The Events Manager will be responsible for the planning, sales, coordination, and on-site execution to maximize revenue and ensure seamless guest experiences in alignment with the Hotel’s standards.
- •He/she will manage conferences, weddings, birthdays, corporate meetings, seminars, exhibitions, product launches, private parties, social functions and other events while ensuring excellent guest experience, operational efficiency and profitability.
- •The Events Manager is also expected to actively generate new event business and revenue for the hotel.
- •KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- •The Events Manager is expected to deliver the following:
- •Event Sales & Business Development
- •Develop and implement strategies to increase event bookings and revenue.
- •Identify and pursue corporate, social and institutional clients.
- •Build relationships with companies, government agencies, NGOs, event planners, corporate executives and key decision-makers.
- •Conduct hotel and event-space tours for prospective clients.
- •Prepare quotations, proposals and event packages.
- •Negotiate event contracts within approved hotel policies.
- •Maintain an updated database of potential and existing clients.
- •Follow up on enquiries and convert qualified leads into confirmed bookings.
- •Develop partnerships with event planners, decorators, caterers, entertainment companies and other industry partners.
- •Achieve agreed monthly and annual event revenue targets.
- •Event Planning & Coordination
- •Manage events from initial enquiry through completion.
- •Meet clients to understand their requirements, expectations and budget.
- •Prepare detailed event briefs and function sheets.
- •Coordinate venue setup, seating arrangements, decorations, lighting, sound and entertainment.
- •Coordinate menus and F&B; requirements with the Food & Beverage Department.
- •Ensure meeting rooms, halls and other facilities are properly prepared.
- •Develop event timelines and running orders.
- •Conduct pre-event meetings with relevant hotel departments.
- •Ensure all departments understand their responsibilities before the event.
- •Event-Day Management
- •Be physically present for major events and ensure smooth execution.
- •Supervise event setup and breakdown.
- •Conduct final venue inspections before guests arrive.
- •Coordinate hotel staff, vendors and external contractors.
- •Ensure events start and finish according to schedule.
- •Handle last-minute client requests professionally.
- •Resolve operational problems quickly.
- •Monitor service delivery and guest satisfaction.
- •Coordinate with Security, Engineering, Housekeeping, F&B; Front Office and Finance.
- •Ensure hotel standards and safety procedures are maintained throughout the event.
- •Financial Management
- •Prepare event budgets and quotations.
- •Monitor event costs against approved budgets.
- •Ensure deposits and outstanding payments are properly followed up.
- •Prevent unauthorized discounts and unnecessary expenses.
- •Review event profitability.
- •Prepare post-event financial reports.
- •Work closely with Finance to ensure accurate billing and collection.
- •Customer Experience
- •Maintain excellent client communication throughout the event cycle.
- •Ensure VIP clients and important guests receive appropriate attention.
- •Handle complaints and service recovery professionally.
- •Obtain client feedback after events.
- •Develop strategies to improve repeat business and referrals.
- •F.
- •Marketing
- •Work with Sales & Marketing to promote the hotel\\'s event facilities.
- •Develop event packages and seasonal promotions.
- •Support social-media campaigns and corporate networking activities.
- •Organize open-house events where appropriate.
- •Generate corporate leads and promote conference, wedding, meeting and social-event packages.
- •DEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION
- •General Manager; Sales & Marketing; Food & Beverage; Banqueting; Front Office; Housekeeping; Finance; Engineering/Maintenance; Security; Procurement; Human Resources.
- •QUALIFICATIONS
- •Minimum: Bachelor's degree/HND in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Business Administration, Marketing, Event Management or related discipline.
- •Minimum 4–6 years' experience in event management, hospitality, banqueting or hotel operations.
- •At least 2 years in a supervisory or management position.
- •Experience in a reputable hotel, event centre or hospitality company.
- •Strong knowledge of event planning and hotel banquet operations.
- •Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- •Strong Microsoft Office/Google Workspace skills.
- •Desirable: Professional certification in Event Management or Hospitality Management; sales and marketing experience; hotel PMS/event management system knowledge; corporate conference experience; international hotel-brand experience.
- •KEY COMPETENCIES
- •Leadership: Ability to lead staff and coordinate multiple departments.
- •Commercial awareness: Ability to understand event profitability and generate revenue.
- •Customer service: Ability to deliver exceptio