Role title: Event Planner & Event Co-Planner

Duration: January 2013 – December 2013

Responsible to:

About us: New Afrique’s Mission is to H.E.A.L the African continent by Empowering Africans to

become self-sufficient

Job Description:

Manage staff responsible for event coordination activities & train, and educate staff on proper

event procedures.

Calculate budgets, Book venues and negotiate fees.

Work with guest of honor to ensure all requests are met.

Promote the event using flyers, cold calling, and social media as examples of ways to spark

attention.

Analyze event performance and prepare metrics presentation.

Ensure staff is adequately prepared for event. Provide receipts if needed.

Set up booths, flowers, decorations, and other event decor. Ensure day of event goes smoothly.

Plan menus, order food, and hire chefs or caterers. Give final approval for items such as music

and menus.

Prepare nametags, materials, notebooks, packages, gift bags, registration lists, seating cards, etc.

Educational Background:

Fantastic customer service ethic and high expectations for QUALITY & INNOVATION

Skills (Skills that will be acquired):

Excellent communication skills, including writing, proof reading skills, and speaking.

Ability to manage multiple projects and work assignments from a variety of staff and volunteers.

Excellent interpersonal skills both in person and by phone, with high professionalism.

Ability to accomplish projects with little supervision.

Fantastic customer service ethic and high expectations for quality.