Andela is
developing a corps of high-quality technology talent across the African
continent that will drive the current and future phases of tech-enabled growth
around the world. With the fastest growing population and highest youth
population in the world, we believe Africa is one of the greatest untapped markets
for talent development.
At Andela,
we find the brightest young people in Africa, train them to be world-class
developers, and connect them with employers around the world looking for top
technical talent. Passion, excellence, entrepreneurial spirit, and rejecting
the status quo are just a few of the things that Andela team members have in
common.
We have a
vision to train 100,000 world-class developers in the next 10 years – and we
want you to help make it happen.
Andela is
currently recruiting this October 2016 for the following position:
Job Position: Guest Relations and Event
Coordinator
Type: Full Time
Experience: Mid- Level
Location: Lagos
About the Guest Relations and Events
Coordinator Role
We are
looking for a Guest Relations and Events Coordinator who will be a positive
self-starter and has excellent organizational, project management, and
communication skills, with an interest in the technology/software industry. The
events coordinator will manage both internal and external events and will be
the frontline officer to all visitors, clients and staff at Andela. The role
will involve providing Andela high profile clients with superior customer service
thereby creating a memorable and genuine experience while also promoting the
company.
Responsibilities
Coordinate,
supervise and manage activities associated with high-profile guest visits to
Lagos Office and actively build awareness of the Andela brand
Coordinate
logistics for Andela Events and provide on site support when needed
Liaise with
Partners as required
Manage
special event planning and coordination, menu planning, and overall budgeting
for events
Manage Lagos
Visitors (Non-Andela) and Events Calendar
Engage with
and inform all internal stakeholders involved in events and visits as required
to ensure that all events and visits meets Andela's quality standards
Ensure that
Andela's brand is well represented in all communications regarding events and
visits.
Interact
with employees/guests/clients and ensure they feel welcome upon their arrival
at Andela
Coordinate
and supervise activities for employees/guests/clients and be able to attend to
queries, needs and requests
Ensuring
excellent customer service and quality delivery to guests/clients
Handling
guest/client mails and messages, and answering telephone calls
Communicate
quarterly schedule of guests/client visits and events to employees of Andela
Liaise with
Media and Design team in creating communication pieces to announce high profile
guest/client visits to Andela
Schedule
meetings and update google calendar with events taking place at Andela
Ensure the
Andela safety, security and loss control policies and procedures are complied
with at all times
Be aware of
Andela’s fire and emergency procedure
Qualifications, Skills and Abilities
As the ideal
candidate for this role you:
Hold a
University degree/Higher Diploma in Hospitality Management, Business
Administration or Business related fields
Must have
good knowledge of MS Excel, Google Apps , Dropbox and other Office tools Skills
Have prior
experience in a start-up/fast growing organization
Are outgoing
and have a cheerful personality
Have a
service oriented mindset and drive
Have
excellent problem resolution skills along with outstanding communication and
listening skills
Must be
familiar with industry’s latest trends
Have sound
decision making skills
Have
proficiency in English, multilingualism will be considered an asset
Have
excellent telephone manners
Must be an
all around awesome person – we have a strict no jerks policy at Andela
Benefits
& Compensation
Full-time
compensation
Medical
coverage
Breakfast
and Lunch provided daily
Beautiful
working environment
Opportunity
to work with the brightest minds on the planet
Oh, and a
chance to change the world!
Note
We are an
equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not
discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender,
sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Method of Application
Interested
and qualified persons should Click Here to Apply Online
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