Senior Conference Manager

IDC

What Makes This Role Unique and Exciti

ngRegional Impact: You'll contribute directly to high-profile, industry-defining technology events that influence business and government decision-making across the META regio

n.Client-Facing Leadership: As a front-facing client representative, you'll work closely with some of the world's top IT vendors and technology leaders --building strong relationships and delivering exceptional experience

s.Creative Autonomy: From content curation to supplier selection and venue scouting, you'll lead the planning and execution of premium conferences, with the creative freedom to innovate and Elevate every even

t.Fast-Paced, Global Exposure: You'll thrive in a fast-moving, international environment, managing multiple events and interacting with cross-functional teams across the glob

e.High-Impact Projects: With a portfolio of 200+ tech events delivered annually across META, your work will directly shape IDC's thought leadership platform and brand presence in one of the world's most dynamic region

s.

Responsibilit

iesLead end-to-end planning and execution of conferences and summits across the META regi

on.Work closely with internal teams, clients, and sponsors to develop compelling agendas and event experienc

es.Manage relationships with venues, vendors, and suppliers to ensure seamless delivery and adherence to budge

ts.Monitor profitability, track event KPIs, and ensure events meet both client expectations and IDC standar

ds.Utilize social media and digital tools to support event marketing and drive audience engageme

nt.Be a team player who contributes to a collaborative, high-energy environment and inspires junior colleagu

es.

Who We're Looking

ForA confident, detail-oriented professional who bri

ngs:Proven experience managing B2B conferences (minimum 5 yea

rs).Fluency in both written and spoken English is a must, additional languages (notably arabic) is highly desi

red.Strong client engagement and relationship management ski

lls.Excellent understanding of venue selection, audio visual, branding, contract negotiation, and supplier coordinat

ion.Working knowledge of event-related social media strategy and platfo

rms.Budget management expertise with a track record of delivering profitable eve

nts.A team-first mindset, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solv

ing.Experience with tools like Cvent is a nice to h