Head of Events

AlUla Club is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Events to join our team. As the Head of Events, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, and delivering high-quality sports events. This is a leadership role that requires excellent project management skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

You will oversee the end-to-end event management process, including budgeting, venue selection, logistics, vendor management, marketing, and post-event evaluation. Your creativity, problem-solving skills, and ability to stay calm under pressure will be critical to ensuring the success of our events and delighting our participants and attendees.

**Responsibilities**:

- Develop and implement event strategies and plans that align with the club's objectives and target audience
- Manage the end-to-end event planning and execution process, including budgeting, venue selection, logistics, and vendor management
- Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, operations, sponsorship) to ensure seamless integration of event activities and deliverables
- Lead and supervise a team of event coordinators and support staff to ensure successful event execution
- Create and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including sponsors, partners, and suppliers
- Ensure all events meet quality standards and adhere to relevant health and safety regulations
- Track event performance and provide post-event reports and analysis to stakeholders
- Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in event management

**Requirements**:

- Bachelor's degree in Event Management, or Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field
- 10 years of experience in event management, preferably in the sports industry
- Proficient in both written and spoken English.
- Proven track record of successfully planning and executing large-scale events
- Strong project management skills, including budgeting, vendor management, and logistics
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Detail-oriented and highly organized
- Ability to lead and motivate a team