Assistant Director of Convention & Events

Negotiable
Experience
Unlimited
Job Type
Full Time
Location
Kuwait, Kuwait City
Job Description

People

Support
the Director in managing the Convention & Events team,
ensuring a positive and productive work environment
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adequate staffing levels
Coach and develop
team members through training, feedback, and performance
reviews
style="font-size: 12.5pt;">Ensure team compliance with IHG standards,
procedures, and service delivery
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seamless event execution
 

Financial

Assist
in preparing forecasts, budgets, and financial
plans
style="font-size: 12.5pt;">Monitor sales performance, revenue, and productivity
metrics
style="font-size: 12.5pt;">Support in negotiating rates within established
booking guidelines
style="font-size: 12.5pt;">Identify opportunities to maximize revenue
and control costs
 

Guest
Experience

style="font-size: 12.5pt;">Act as a key contact for clients, ensuring
a smooth and memorable event journey
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relationships with planners and clients
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text-align: left; unicode-bidi: embed; word-break: normal;"> style="font-family: Arial;"> style="font-size: 12.5pt;">Assist with pre-event planning,
ensuring all details (setup, flow, menu, logistics)
are optimized
style="font-size: 12.5pt;">Coordinate event details including room
setup, staging, and timing
Participate
in pre-event and post-event meetings to ensure service
excellence
style="font-size: 12.5pt;">Support daily client interaction during events,
ensuring satisfaction and handling any issues promptly
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and satisfaction surveys
to improve service
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text-align: left; unicode-bidi: embed; word-break: normal;">Responsible Business

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reputation and brand presence locally
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and sustainability standards
Promote
environmentally responsible practices during events
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operational needs

 

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