ZARA & FARA – Event and wedding planning duo, known primarily via their Instagram brand. They focus on local and destination weddings, offering full-service planning including décor, coordination, and vendor management.
Wedding Planning & Coordination: Full or partial planning services with emphasis on bringing your vision to life. Decor & Styling: Likely including floral arrangements, venue setup, thematic design, ambience, etc. Vendor Sourcing & Management: Handling caterers, photographers, makeup artists, entertainment, etc.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Event Manager
Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Event Manager to plan, execute, and oversee company events, ensuring they align with business goals and deliver memorable experiences.
- The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, excellent communication, and a proven track record in event planning and execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and manage end-to-end logistics for all events (corporate events, product launches, promotional activities, sponsorships, etc.).
- Collaborate with internal departments (marketing, sales, product, HR) to align event goals with business objectives.
- Coordinate with vendors, speakers, sponsors, and third-party partners.
- Track and evaluate event performance and provide post-event reports with insights and recommendations.
- Manage risk and crisis situations during events effectively.
- Supervise event staff and assign tasks as needed.
- Manage budgets, negotiate contracts with vendors, and ensure cost-efficiency.
- Handle venue selection, permits, catering, AV setup, guest coordination, etc.
- Create event timelines and manage on-site execution to ensure smooth operations.
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s Degree in Event Management, Marketing, Hospitality, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in event planning/management.
- Proficiency in MS Office and event management software (e.g., Cvent, Eventbrite).
- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Creativity and attention to detail.
- Willingness to travel and work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to multitask and work under pressure with tight deadlines.
Preferred:
- Experience in managing high-profile events or working in the [insert industry] sector.
- Familiarity with digital and hybrid event formats.
Salary
N250,000 – N350,000 / month.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Application to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the mail
Application Deadline 21st July, 2025.