Hospitality

Events Assistant

Emerge Egress Consulting·Nairobi, kenya·Full Time·Hybrid
HospitalityFull TimeHybrid
-Closes Nov 9, 2026

Role Objective

  • A hospitality client is seeking a proactive and creative Assistant Events Officer to support the end-to-end planning, administration, and execution of diverse events, including corporate functions, workshops, product launches, exhibitions, and social gatherings. The role involves vendor coordination, attendee management, and on-site setup to maintain high service standards, engage clients, and expand the events portfolio.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

  • Work closely with clients under management guidance to understand event objectives, themes, layouts, and initial budget.
  • Assist in drafting event proposals, timelines, schedules, event briefs, operational checklists, and preliminary agreements.
  • Support the design and preparation of event programs, delegate packs, and branded collateral, while contributing to digital marketing and social media campaigns.
  • Assist in sourcing competitive quotations from service for corporate, social, virtual, and hybrid events.
  • Liaise with contractors and service providers to confirm bookings, manage setup timelines, and ensure alignment with event requirements.
  • Oversee the movement, storage, setup, and safe return of event branding materials, merchandise, and equipment.
  • Provide hands on on-site support during setup, registration, seating arrangements, and post-event teardown/venue clearance.
  • Assist with pre-event presentation checks to ensure seamless execution during live proceedings.
  • Manage guest arrivals, delegate registration, RSVP verification, and ushering VIPs and guest speakers.
  • Resolve minor operational challenges on site and promptly escalate complex matters.
  • Collect attendee feedback through surveys and assist in preparing post-event evaluation reports.
  • Maintain accurate financial records and follow up on vendor payments and equipment returns.
  • Serve as a point of contact for routine event inquiries via email and phone, providing timely follow-ups and client support.

Job Specifications and Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree /Diploma in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Business Management, Tourism, Communication, or a related field.
  • At least (3) years of experience in events, hospitality or a similar events coordination role.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours and travel when required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Key Competencies

  • Effective time management abilities.
  • Strong organizational skills with the capacity to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Keen attention to detail.
  • Flexibility.
  • Problem Solving
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to perform efficiently in high-pressure and dynamic environments.
  • Customer-focused approach with a positive and professional attitude.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HND
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At a glance

Company

Emerge Egress Consulting

Location

Nairobi, kenya

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Hybrid

Experience

Valid until

November 9, 2026

Created

October 22, 2026

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