Event Manager

Job Vacancy: Event Manager
Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Hospitality, Events & Catering

About Fame Lagos

Fame Lagos is one of Lagos' leading premium event and hospitality brands, offering beautifully curated event spaces, catering services, event experiences, and lifestyle hospitality solutions.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and experienced Event Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and successful execution of events across our venues and client locations.

We are looking for someone who is hands-on, detail-oriented, client-focused, and capable of managing multiple moving parts while maintaining high standards of service and execution.

Position Summary

The Event Manager will be responsible for managing events from initial planning and coordination through execution and post-event close-out.

The successful candidate will work closely with clients, internal teams, vendors, and service providers to ensure every event is properly planned, well-coordinated, and delivered to Fame Lagos standards.

This role requires strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills, as well as the ability to remain calm and effective in a fast-paced event environment.

Key ResponsibilitiesEvent Planning & Coordination

• Coordinate events from initial briefing through planning, execution, and close-out.
• Understand client requirements and translate them into clear event plans.
• Develop event checklists, timelines, schedules, and operational requirements.
• Coordinate event logistics, staffing, vendors, equipment, décor, catering, and other requirements.
• Conduct venue inspections and ensure all event spaces are properly prepared.
• Liaise with clients, vendors, suppliers, and internal departments throughout the event process.

Event Execution

• Lead event-day operations and ensure smooth execution.
• Supervise event staff and coordinate responsibilities before and during events.
• Ensure venue setup, décor, furniture, catering, service, lighting, sound, and other requirements are ready on time.
• Monitor event activities and resolve operational issues promptly.
• Ensure all staff and vendors follow company standards and event instructions.
• Escalate major issues to Management where necessary.

Client Experience

• Serve as a key point of contact for clients before and during events.
• Maintain clear and professional communication with clients.
• Ensure client expectations are properly managed and delivered.
• Handle client concerns and requests professionally.
• Obtain feedback after events and identify areas for improvement.

Post-Event Management

• Coordinate event breakdown and return of company assets and equipment.
• Ensure damaged, missing, or misplaced items are reported.
• Prepare event reports covering successes, challenges, incidents, and recommendations.
• Follow up on outstanding client, vendor, or operational matters.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of event processes and SOPs.

Team & Operational Management

• Coordinate with Operations, Venue Experience, F&B, Inventory, Sales, and other departments.
• Support manpower planning and staff allocation for events.
• Ensure event teams understand their responsibilities and timelines.
• Monitor staff performance during events.
• Maintain high standards of professionalism, presentation, and service.

RequirementsEducation

• Bachelor's Degree or HND in Event Management, Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certification in Event Management or Hospitality is an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of 3–5 years experience in event management, hospitality, catering, or a related field.
• Proven experience managing events from planning through execution.
• Experience managing vendors, clients, staff, and event logistics.
• Experience working in a fast-paced event or hospitality environment.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong event planning and coordination skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership and team-management abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure.
• Strong client-service orientation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Ability to prepare clear reports and documentation.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays when required by event schedules.

What Success Looks Like

Within your first 12 months, you will:

• Improve the planning and execution of events.
• Ensure events are consistently delivered on time and to company standards.
• Improve coordination between event teams and internal departments.
• Strengthen client communication and event experience.
• Reduce operational issues through better planning and preparation.
• Improve event reporting and post-event follow-up.
• Contribute to stronger event SOPs and operational systems.

Why Join Fame Lagos?

• Opportunity to work with a growing premium hospitality and events brand.
• Be part of a team committed to quality, creativity, and operational excellence.
• Work on diverse events and client experiences.
• Opportunity for professional growth and increased responsibility.
• Make a direct impact on the quality of events and client experience.

Work Location: In person – Lekki, Lagos

Pay: ₦200,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person