Event Specialist

About the role

The Event Specialist identifies and researches relevant events, exhibitions, expos, and community gatherings to generate potential merchant opportunities for the company. This role involves building and maintaining relationships with Event Organizers, agencies, vendors, and external partners, while monitoring the event calendar based on business needs and target markets.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and research relevant events, exhibitions, expos, and community gatherings to generate potential merchant opportunities

• Build and maintain relationships with Event Organizers (EOs), agencies, vendors, and other external partners

• Monitor and manage the event calendar based on business needs and target markets

• Provide event recommendations and insights to the BOD based on potential business impact

• Coordinate with internal teams, including Sales, Partnership, Operations, and Finance, to support event activities

• Ensure events are executed smoothly and in line with the agreed plans and objectives

• Prepare post-event reports, evaluations, and recommendations for future events

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Business, or a related field

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in event management, event marketing, or a similar role

• Strong communication, negotiation, presentation, and coordination skills

• Good networking skills with experience managing vendors and external partners

• Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to identify relevant business opportunities

• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to solve problems effectively

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple events or projects simultaneously

• Experience in fintech, payment gateway, marketing, or content-related industries is a plus

• Willing to work in Jakarta and attend events as required