EVENTS OFFICER

Role Overview: The Events Officer will be responsible for organising and project managing events for
Charterhouse Lagos. Ideally, we are looking for an experienced event planner, but we are also open to considering applications from enthusiastic young graduates who have strong organisation, communication and planning skills.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, organise, and execute school events, including open days, alumni gatherings, fundraising events, prize days, sports days, and community outreach programmes.
• Develop and manage event timelines, ensuring all activities are executed on schedule.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders (e.g., academic staff, facilities team) and external vendors (e.g., caterers, decorators)
• Manage event budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness without compromising quality.
• Coordinate logistics, including venue setup, audiovisual requirements, catering, and guest accommodations.
• Ensure risk assessments are conducted, and health and safety guidelines are adhered to.
• Monitor and report on the success of events, providing insights for future improvements.
• Work with the marketing team to develop promotional materials for events, including flyers, social media posts, and email campaigns.
• Manage inventory of event supplies and materials.
• Build and maintain relationships with parents, alumni, sponsors, and community members.

Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge:

• Qualification or degree in Marketing, Event Management, or a related field.
• At least 2-3 years of experience in event planning.
• Proficiency in event management software and tools.
• Proficiency in managing high-profile events that cater to diverse stakeholders, including high-net-worth individuals and corporate sponsors.

Personal Traits:

• High level of professionalism and integrity.
• Enthusiastic and proactive, with a passion for creating memorable experiences.
• Confident and out-going, you will thrive in planning and delivering high-end events.
• Resilient and able to remain calm under pressure.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances.
• Attention to detail and high-level planning and project management skills.
• Ability to work with various teams across the Campus, including Senior Leadership Team, academic staff and support services.

Download the Recruitment Pack at the bottom of the page to read the full Job Description.

Safeguarding

Charterhouse Lagos is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practices which are aligned with recommendations from the International Task Force on Child Protection. We aspire to the highest international standards of recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. All appointments are subject to interviews, identity checks, criminal record checks, social media checks and successful references.

Data Protection

The personal data relating to candidates, including personal data provided in, or along with the enquiry and application forms, is required to be collected by Charterhouse Lagos, for purposes of candidate evaluation, and facilitating the recruitment process. By providing us with your personal data, you give your consent to us for collecting, retaining, processing, transferring (including cross-border transfer) and disclosing personal data to any third parties (including intra-group – Huntington Education Group) for achieving the above purpose.

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion

At Charterhouse Lagos, we want everyone to feel valued, appreciated, and free to be who they are at work, whilst remaining true to the culture and laws of Nigeria. Our recruitment processes are designed to prevent discrimination regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes them unique.

Click here to read our Safeguarding Policy.