Events Officer - Eswatini

World Vegetable Center

Taiwan
Permanent
Full-time

13 days ago
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The World Vegetable Center (WorldVeg) is a nonprofit, autonomous international agricultural research center with
headquarters in Taiwan and regional offices around the globe. WorldVeg conducts research and development
programs that contribute to improved incomes and diets in the developing world through increased production
and consumption of nutritious and health-promoting vegetables. For more information about World Vegetable
Center, please visit our website
WorldVeg seeks to recruit an Events Officer to coordinate public and internal events. The incumbent is required
to contribute to the achievement of the World Vegetable Center's Eswatini public and internal events and assist
in monitoring their implementation. Duties include coordinating media relations strategies and producing and
disseminating materials for communicating information about the Center. The incumbent wil be based in World
Vegetable Center's Eswatini office in Manzini.Objectives of this roleThe successful candidate wil work with the whole team to develop and deliver al events, including report or
campaign launches, roundtables, and public events for the World Vegetable Center. They wil coordinate the
Center's collaborative and conference events with government, business, civic leaders, experts, while ensuring
full compliance with al national and local regulations.Job Responsibilities:

Propose and organize activities, for example, networking activities, social events, etc., that are
complementary to the event program.

Provide on-site liaison and support, traveling when necessary.

Assist with registrations, invitations, live online support, management of online meeting tools, shipments,
and stand duty.

Manage offers, rooming lists, signage orders, speakers.

Ensure that catering and technical equipment are provided with quality standards for in-person events.

Run post-event surveys and provide recommendations for future events.

Manage external contracts and communication with suppliers and partners as necessary.

Manage events budgets and ensure financial control and reporting.

In collaboration with the Communications officer, develop content for event materials.

Perform any other duties as required by the needs of the Center and as directed by the supervisor.Qualifications and Experiences

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in hospitality management or public relations

Established relationships with vendors

Experience in managing budgets and tracking expenses

Experience in event planning or event coordination in a corporate environment

Experience working with colleagues in graphic design, sales, marketing, and communications

Advanced knowledge of PowerPoint and Excel

Proficiency with English and local languages

Proven track record of creative, successful events

Excel ent organizational, communication, negotiating, and multitasking skil s

Ability to remain calm under pressure and maintain a customer-service mindsetThe Reward: This is a National y Recruited Staff (NRS) position with competitive pay and benefits.The candidate we hire will embody WorldVeg's Five Core Values:1. Dedication to Innovation and
Supports the conduct of world-class science, respects
Knowledge Sharing
ethical standards, and is committed to sharing results in a
transparent manner.
2. Commitment to Impact
Aspires to achieve positive, tangible, and lasting impact
contributing to Sustainable Development Goals.
3. Commitment to Partnerships
Believes in the value of partnerships to advance research for
development.
4. Respect for People
Respect the diversity of gender, culture, ethnic origin,
religion, age, beliefs, and views.
5. Respect for the Environment
Strives to minimize its environmental impact and to introduce
greener technology and practices.How to Apply: Applicants should submit a letter of application explaining their suitability for and interest in the
position along with a curriculum vitae, a recent passport-size photograph, names, and addresses (including
telephone/fax/e-mail) of three referees, and date of availability or the job bank site
before 30 April 2024. Please mention the position title in the subject line.

World Vegetable Center