Job Overview
Hamad International Airport (HIA) is seeking an Events & Exhibitions Manager to plan, coordinate, and execute its program of events, exhibitions, and corporate initiatives. This role also supports Qatar Airways Group events, ensuring the HIA and Qatar Airways brands are showcased locally and globally.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop tools, templates, and guidelines for the events team to ensure consistent brand presentation.
- Maintain a consolidated events calendar to maximize cross-selling and ROI opportunities.
- Plan and execute local, regional, and international events and exhibitions while ensuring cost-effectiveness.
- Identify opportunities to support other departments in brand promotion initiatives.
- Liaise with third parties including event management companies, venues, suppliers, and contractors to deliver world-class event experiences.
- Prepare and manage budgets for events, ensuring adherence to financial guidelines.
- Train and mentor the events team to ensure high-quality execution of responsibilities.
- Perform additional duties as directed by the Head of Department.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
- Minimum 6 years of job-related experience, with at least 2 years in a management role.
- Proven experience in planning, executing, and delivering successful events and exhibitions on time and within budget.
- Strong project management and planning skills.
- Excellent written and spoken English; multilingual skills are a plus.
- Ability to work under pressure and in a multi-cultural environment.
- Strong client focus, attention to detail, and ability to implement decisions quickly.
- Knowledge of international premium brands and the ability to manage stakeholder relationships.
- Computer literate: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
- Managerial skills: ability to delegate, mentor, and foster teamwork.
