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Job Description

Marathon Event Planner al from concept to completion, including budgeting, venue selection, vendor coordination (catering, security, medical, timing), marketing, registration, route planning, sponsor liaison, and day-of execution, ensuring a smooth, safe, and successful event for thousands of runners, volunteers, and spectators, requiring strong project management, negotiation, crisis management, and stakeholder communication skills. Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Planning: Develop event goals, theme, budget, timeline, and master plan.
  • Logistics & Operations: Secure venues/routes, manage setup/breakdown, coordinate transportation, AV, catering, and safety (medical, police).
  • Vendor & Sponsor Management: Negotiate contracts, manage relationships with suppliers (timing companies, t-shirt printers, etc.), and fulfill sponsor obligations.
  • Marketing & Promotion: Oversee branding, social media, PR, and registration/ticketing platforms to attract participants.
  • Volunteer & Staff Management: Recruit, train, and manage staff and volunteers for various roles.
  • Risk & Crisis Management: Identify potential issues (weather, injuries, logistics) and develop mitigation plans.
  • On-Site Execution: Oversee all event day activities, troubleshoot issues, and ensure attendee satisfaction.
  • Post-Event: Conduct evaluations, prepare reports, manage finances, and gather feedback for future events.

Essential Skills & Requirements

  • Skills: Project management, negotiation, crisis management, communication, organization, leadership, attention to detail, budget management, problem-solving.
  • Experience: Event planning, hospitality, or related field; experience with large-scale endurance events is a plus.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Marketing, or related field often preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

  • Cell phone reimbursement

Work Location: In person

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