Conference Producer

Produce industry-relevant summit/conference and workshop programs

Manage the CPD accreditation for the programs delivered

Oversee onsite management of summit/conference and workshop programs at respective events, ensuring programs are delivered according to plan

Brief and oversee temporary staff involved in onsite delivery

Determine viability of proposed programs through research

Identify and liaise with key industry leaders, institutions and companies in relevant topic areas

Conduct effectively research with relevant industry professionals and the target market

Develop research into attractive draft programs

Contact and confirm identified speakers; maintain regular communication with them through various touchpoints to avoid last minute dropouts

Maintain and build relationships to curate best in class summits/conferences and workshops

Collaborate with marketing to promote programs and speakers

Work with the related Directors and other team members to produce new ideas for content programmes

Work closely with the sponsorship team by providing relevant leads and participating in sponsorship calls when necessary

Build relationships through networking with delegates and speakers at the event

Manage and build relationships with advisory board and industry associations

Perform any other duties as reasonably correspond to the role s responsibilities and level

Desired Candidate Profile

Skills Qualifications & Experience:

• 2-3 years experience in content production for business-to-business events
• Ability to quickly develop a competent understanding of diverse topics
• Strong networking and information gathering skills
• Excellent multitasking abilities
• Fluent in both written and spoken English & Arabic

Desirable

• Related industry/event knowledge
• Business experience in the Middle East
• Copywriting skills
• Understanding of database marketing

Behavioral Competencies

• Be able to work alone and under pressure and within changing priorities and deadlines
• Possess analytical and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrate persuasion and negotiation abilities
• Ability to multitask effectively
• Be timely, punctual
• Excel in planning and organizing tasks
• Maintain a customer focused approach
• Build and maintain relationships
• Show commitment to achieving results
• Be flexible and adaptable
• Demonstrate business and commercial awareness
• Pay attention to detail and accuracy
• Maintain a positive approach to working as a team member
• Exhibit cultural awareness and sensitivity