Events Manager

At Osborne we are currently recruiting for an Events Manager to join a dynamic and purpose-driven enterprise based in Dublin 14. 

If you have a passion for being part of an organisation that supports SMEs and businesses within the region by providing networking opportunities, business training, expert workshops and business growth then this could be for you.

For You:

• Permanent opportunity
• Salary € 45-55k
• Dublin 14
• Monthly expenses
• Pension
• Free parking

Responsibilities:

• Develop and coordinate a varied calendar of business events, such as webinars, networking sessions, workshops, seminars and member-focused gatherings.
• Identify timely and relevant topics for the business community and engage experienced speakers, facilitators and industry specialists.
• Oversee the full delivery of each event, including venue arrangements, attendee registration, audiovisual requirements, catering, communications and follow-up activity.
• Host and facilitate events across both in-person and virtual formats.
• Plan and deliver promotional campaigns through email, social media, websites and appropriate local marketing channels.
• Support income generation through sponsorship opportunities, ticket sales and the promotion of the organisation’s services.
• Manage the events and marketing budget, monitoring expenditure and ensuring resources are used effectively.
• Appoint suppliers and negotiate with venues, caterers, speakers and other service providers to achieve strong service standards and value for money.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with businesses, sponsors, community partners and key stakeholders.
• Track event attendance, enquiries, leads, income and engagement, preparing regular reports and recommending improvements.
• Raise awareness of the organisation’s enterprise support offering among entrepreneurs, start-ups and growing businesses through events, partnerships and targeted marketing activity.
• Generate enquiries and referrals by promoting available mentoring, workspace, business support and growth-focused programmes.

Key Requirements:

• At least three years’ experience planning and delivering in-person, virtual and hybrid events from initial concept through to completion.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with experience managing budgets, suppliers, timelines and multiple priorities.
• Confident using CRM and marketing platforms for email campaigns, contact management, event promotion, lead tracking and performance reporting.
• Proven ability to promote events through email, social media, websites, digital campaigns and local outreach activity.
• Strong content and design skills, including creating event copy, speaker profiles, presentations, invitations and promotional materials using tools such as Canva and PowerPoint.
• Comfortable using webinar platforms, Microsoft Teams, Zoom and audiovisual equipment for live and hybrid events.
• Excellent communication, presentation, networking and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to host events and build commercial relationships.
• Proactive, adaptable and commercially minded, with an interest in supporting entrepreneurs, small businesses and growing organisations.

To be considered for this position apply today or call Emma on 0851523414

If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered for this or other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided. Please submit your updated CV in Word Format.
If you are living in Ireland and hold a VALID WORK PERMIT, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. 
Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

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