Manager - Events

Company Description

Masdar is the UAE's clean energy champion and one of the largest companies of
its kind in the world, advancing the development and deployment of renewable
energy and green hydrogen technologies to address global sustainability
challenges. Established in ‎2006, Masdar is today active in over ‎40 countries,
helping them to achieve their clean energy objectives and advance sustainable
development. Masdar is jointly owned by Abu Dhabi National Oil Company
(ADNOC), Mubadala Investment Company (Mubadala), and Abu Dhabi National Energy
Company (TAQA), and under this ownership the company is targeting a renewable
energy portfolio capacity of at least ‎100 gigawatts (GW) by ‎2030 and an annual
green hydrogen production capacity of up to ‎1 million tonnes by the same year.

Job Description

"Join us as a Manager of Events at Masdar, where you'll lead the charge in
crafting unforgettable experiences that resonate locally and globally. Your
role is pivotal in spearheading innovative event strategies and sponsorships
that align with our corporate vision and drive our business objectives
forward. Be the visionary behind impactful events, shaping our brand's
identity, enhancing its reputation, and amplifying its presence in the digital
realm. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, where creativity meets
strategic planning, and where your leadership makes a real difference, this is
the opportunity for you."
The Manager, Events position at Masdar involves overseeing various aspects of
event management, sponsorship, brand enhancement, digital platform
development, team supervision, budget recommendations, stakeholder management,
process improvement, reporting, and compliance. Key responsibilities include:
* Corporate Events & Sponsorships Management: Organizing and executing events and sponsorships aligned with Masdar's image and branding, managing service providers, and ensuring objectives are met efficiently.
* Event Implementation & Project Management: Planning and executing events in line with Masdar's standards, overseeing venue selection, budget tracking, logistics, and ensuring all details are managed effectively.
* Contribution to Brand Management: Enhancing brand awareness, reputation, and equity through customer experience programs and leveraging digital media platforms.
* Enhancement of Digital Platforms: Supporting digital communication plans to improve Masdar's presence in digital media for increased brand awareness and loyalty.
* Team Supervision: Managing team activities, performance, recruitment, training, and development to ensure high engagement and competence.
* Budget Recommendation & Monitoring: Contributing to budget recommendations and monitoring, identifying performance gaps, and suggesting improvement opportunities.
* Stakeholder & Service Provider Management: Managing relationships with service providers, negotiating agreements, and ensuring Masdar's best interests.
* Continuous Improvement: Contributing to the improvement of unit systems, policies, and procedures to meet standards and support strategy delivery.
* Reporting & Compliance: Generating comprehensive and timely reports, complying with governance standards, and adhering to information security policies.
* Support for QHSE Activities: Participating in Quality Health and Safety Environment activities and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:
* MBA or relevant Master's degree from a top-tier internationally recognized higher education institution
* Bachelor's degree in communications, mass media, marketing or related discipline
Preferred Experience:
* At least ‎8 years of experience in senior roles in event management for large events and/or large organizations or an equivalent experience