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Application deadline: 25th of July 2021

 

GATE Institute is looking for a creative and enthusiastic Event manager to coordinate organizitation a and hosting of events that enhance GATE’s image, raise awareness and expand GATE’s ecosystem.

As an Event Manager at GATE, you will be responsible for organizing and coordinating events such as international research workshops and seminars, webinars, international conferences, information and open door days, hackathons, career and other relevant events.

You will manage the entire process from planning to running the event and carrying out the post-event evaluation. The ideal candidate for this role should demonstrate exceptional organizational abilities, superb interpersonal skills, multi-tasking skills, and excellent time-management. The noteworthy Event Manager should enhance the organization's image and effectively deliver on event objectives.

 

Event Manager

 

Responsibilities:

  • Plan and organise events with attention to financial and time constraints
  • Come up with suggestions to enhance the event’s success
  • Research and propose venues, suppliers and contractors
  • Book venues
  • Draft scenarios for the events and schedule speakers
  • Manage and coordinate suppliers and all event logistics (for example: venue, stand or exhibition area, invitations, catering, travel)
  • Manage branding and communication
  • Liaise with the PR to publicise and promote the event
  • Coordinate with GATE partners
  • Assist in search for sponsors and prepare sponsorship packages
  • Work with event management agencies
  • Ensure event is completed smoothly and step up to resolve any problems that might occur
  • Develop event feedback surveys
  • Evaluate event’s success and submit reports

 

Requirements:

  • At least 3 years of experience at a similar job position
  • Degree in PR, Marketing, Communications, Hospitality Management or related field is preferred
  • Portfolio of successful events will be considered as a strong advantage
  • Proficiency in MS Office
  • Great interpersonal and communication skills
  • Excellent oral and written English skills
  • Team player
  • Organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Negotiation skills when looking for the best price from venues, suppliers and contractors
  • Time-management skills and the ability to work under pressure to ensure the efficient running of an event
  • Self-motivation and enthusiasm.

 

Our offer:

  • Work in an innovative, multicultural environment, with opportunities for acquisition of diverse experience and professional development
  • Upon the move to the new premises of GATE – modern and appealing work environment, stirring up creativity and productivity
  • Competitive working conditions and salary commensurate with your skills and experience

 

How to apply:

То apply for this position, please send the following documents to career@gate-ai.eu

  1. Application (free text) addressed to the Director of the GATE Institute;
  2. CV;
  3. Motivation letter;
  4. Copy of diploma for higher education;
  5. Copies of diplomas, certificates and other documents, associated with acquired qualifications.

By applying for these positions, you voluntarily provide your data and consent to be processed for recruitment and selection of personnel. The processing of your data shall be carried out following the requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation), the Personal Data Protection Law and related legal acts in Bulgaria.

 

Stages of the contest:

1.The Selection Committee reviews the documents, submitted by the candidates and selects those meeting the requirements of the job, as described in the job profile.

2.Till 06.08.2021 online interviews will be held with the selected applicants.

3.All interviewed candidates will be notified in writing.

4.The successful candidate will be offered a labour contract.

 

For additional information, please contact: contact@gate-ai.eu