Senior Conference Manager

Join IDC's dynamic and growing events team as a Senior Conference Manager, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering some of the region's most influential technology conferences and summits.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate, client-focused events professional with at least 5 years of experience in managing B2B conferences and exhibitions. Based in our regional headquarters in Dubai, you'll work alongside a skilled, collaborative, and fun team of event experts who bring IDC's vision to life across the Middle East, Türkiye, and Africa (META)

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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

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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

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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