The Nigerian Stock Exchange, services the largest economy in Africa, and is championing the development of Africa’s financial markets. The Exchange offers listing and trading services, licensing services, market data solutions, ancillary technology services, and more. It is an open, professional and vibrant exchange, connecting Nigeria, Africa and the world.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Team Lead, Events & Sponsorship
Location: Lagos
Division: Shared Services Division
Department: Corporate Communications Department
Report to: Team Lead, Brand & Marketing
Estimated Date of Resumption: Monday, 5th November, 2018.
Job Summary
The Exchange is seeking a candidate who will be responsible for Events Management and Sponsorship.
As Team Lead, the candidate will oversee the event and sponsorship unit by managing the set up and day-to-day execution of Brand plans, Conferences, Seminars, Exhibitions, Annual General Meetings and other Stakeholder Engagement activities and implementing corrective/adjustment actions to optimize effectiveness of the company’s Brand Management efforts
Nurture an effective working relationship with Business Units and key Stakeholders/Publics.
Manage the NSE event center and drive rental to contribute to company’s bottom-line.
Media Relations and News Management.
Key Responsibilities
Events Management Concept Development Strong strategic mindset to develop innovative event ideas that can be leveraged to push brand and business objectives
Strong writing and presentation skills to pitch event concepts to internal and external stakeholders
Ability to spot improvement areas for existing events
Ideation for leveraging sponsored events and events marketing for internal and external stakeholders
Event Planning Prepares annual event calendar Develop a robust and effective execution roadmap for event requirements that assures a successful event hosting for internal and external publics
Implement with other teams within the Exchange and source, interface and collate competitive quotes from suppliers on event’s Below-The-Line production requirements: - Invites:
Event specific banners, backdrop posters leaflets and handbills
Event specific corporate giveaways
Source , interface and collate supplier’s competitive quotes for auxiliary services: - Artistes, Compere, Hostesses, et al - Catering services
Sound, Photography and Videography
Presentation Equipment
Stage, Set and Lightings
Collaborate with the Procurement team to negotiate agreements with service providers to ensure lowest cost and highest quality of service
Coordinating relevant resources required for car parking, traffic control, security, first aid, hospitality and the media
Identifying and securing speakers or special guests for internal and external events
Overseeing the dismantling and removal of the event setup and clearing the venue efficiently
Coordinate safekeeping of event collaterals
Maintain and update data base of guests that can be invited for NSE events
Good understanding of technical equipment relating to events production
Strong connection and influence with service providers
Environmental, Health, Safety and Quality Assurance for events Ensuring that all required permits, safety procedures, manpower requirements, health obligations, announcements etc are adhered to at events
Publicity Assist with drafting of press release and other event collaterals
Support the digital marketing team to amplify events online
Possess, cultivate, and sustain relationships with media and online influencers to assist with publicity of events.
Functional Competencies:
Project Management
Microsoft Office Packages
Behavioural Competencies:
Accountability
Inter-Personal Relations
Problem Solving
Qualification and Experience
Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Arts, Business or Marketing, or other related disciplines
Minimum 6 years relevant experience
Previous experience in events management, experimental marketing, brand management and sponsorship.
Application Closing Date
17th September, 2018.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online