Summary
Al Qadsiah Club is seeking a Senior Events Specialist in Khobar, Saudi Arabia, to plan and deliver major club events, ceremonies, and official functions. The role covers event planning, budgets, logistics, vendor coordination, stakeholder engagement, and post-event evaluation, while ensuring compliance with brand guidelines and safety standards. Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5–7 years of event management experience, preferably in sports, entertainment, or large organizations. Event or project management certifications are preferred but not required.
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Be Part of a Legacy Bigger Than the Game At Al-Qadsiah Club we create more than teams! We’re crafting a legacy that goes beyond the game, making an impact both on and off the field. Driven by ambition, synergy, and innovation, we aim to inspire generations. While shaping the future of Saudi sports. This is more than just a job! It’s an opportunity to be part of something larger than yourself. At Al-Qadsiah, you’ll play a key role in shaping our legacy, contributing to the nation’s sports vision, and making history every step of the way. Overview: The Senior Events Specialist is responsible for planning, managing, and delivering high-quality events that support AlQadsiah Club’s strategic objectives, brand image, and stakeholder engagement. This role leads the end-to-end execution of major events, ensures operational excellence, and coordinates with internal and external partners to deliver impactful experiences aligned with the club’s vision. Key Responsibilities: • Lead the planning, execution, and evaluation of major club events, ceremonies, and official functions. • Develop detailed event plans, timelines, budgets, and operational frameworks. • Coordinate with internal departments, sponsors, vendors, and external stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery. • Manage event logistics including venues, suppliers, production, guest management, and protocols. • Oversee vendor selection, negotiations, and performance to ensure quality and cost efficiency. • Ensure events comply with brand guidelines, safety standards, and organizational policies. • Supervise and guide junior events team members when required. • Prepare post-event reports, evaluations, and recommendations for improvement. Requirements Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field. Experience: Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in event management, preferably within sports, entertainment, or large organizations. Proven experience managing high-profile, large-scale events and stakeholders. Skills: •Strong project management and organizational skills. •Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. •Ability to manage multiple events and deadlines simultaneously. •Strong negotiation and vendor management skills. •Problem-solving mindset with high attention to detail. •Proficiency in Microsoft Office and event management tools. Certifications: Event Management or Project Management certifications (preferred but not mandatory). Preferred Benefits Why Join Al-Qadsiah? Be Part of the Legacy: Join a club that’s redefining the future of Saudi sports, striving to lead the competition and set new standards of excellence. Experience the Culture: Thrive in an environment that values quality, accountability, diversity, synergy, innovation, and ambition, while embracing harmony. This is the Qadsiah Way.