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Job brief
Event/Account Officer
We are looking for a successful and enthusiastic event planner/accountant to produce events from conception through to completion. The individual should be able to provide outstanding customer and accounting services, as well as organizing memorable events that meet quality expectations.

Job Title:
Event/Account Officer
Location: Lagos (Berger)
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: Attractive

Responsibilities
• Event planning, design and production while managing all project delivery elements within time limits
• Liaise with clients to identify their needs and to ensure customer satisfaction
• Conduct market research, gather information and negotiate contracts prior to closing any deals
• Provide feedback and periodic reports to stakeholders
• Propose ideas to improve provided services and event quality
• Organize facilities and manage all event’s details such as decor, catering, entertainment, transportation, location, invitee list, special guests, equipment, promotional material, etc
• Ensure compliance with insurance, legal, health and safety obligations
• Specify staff requirements and coordinate their activities
• Cooperate with marketing and PR to promote and publicize an event
• Proactively handle any arising issues and troubleshoot any emerging problems on the event day
• Conduct pre- and post-event evaluations and report on outcomes
• Research market, identify event opportunities and generate interest

Requirement
• Preferred B.sc/HND/OND in Accounting, Business Admin, Statistics, Economics, Banking and Finance or Event planning.
• Proven experience as an events planner or organizer
• An impressive portfolio of previously managed events (weddings, meetings, parties, corporate events)
• Excellent time management and communication skills
• Sales skills and ability to build productive business relationships
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently
• Good customer relationship skill
• Excellent interpersonal skill
• Good communication skill
• Good with Ms. Office tools (word/excel/powerPoint)
• Good with sage and other accounting software is an added advantage
• Preferably not above 32 years of age.
• Supervisory or Managerial experience is an added advantage
• A relevant certificate will be an added advantage.
• Interested candidates should reside around Ogudu, Berger, Mowe or close to Opic

Qualified candidates should click the link below.
https://marcforte.com/recruitments/event-manager-account-officer/

NB: suitable candidates will be contacted within 48hrs of application.