Are you with a strong educational background with a first degree in the disciplines of Social sciences/ Management/ Marketing/ Business Administration? Please refer to the job advert for further information.

Executive – Event Management
The National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka stands as a beacon of advocacy, empowerment, and growth for the business community within Sri Lanka and beyond. Established in 1948 to foster economic development, the Chamber advocates for policies that encourage business excellence, supports SMEs, and facilitates international trade relations. Our commitment to innovation and sustainability propels the Chamber to the forefront of business leadership in the region. In line with our enhanced services to the member community, we are in the lookout for a passionate individual to join the Projects Management Team of the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka.

Job Role
  • Plan and execute programs/seminars/flagship events of the Chamber.
  • Coordinate with external institutions and stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of projects/events related activities.
  • Develop and evaluate activity progress using various metrics and provide performance reports vs budgets.
  • Actively contribute to potential improvements or changes in strategy or services.
  • Maintain organized schedules for marketing initiatives.
  • Foster positive relationships with other departments, agencies, and suppliers.
  • Conduct visits to different regions of the country in organizing programs.

Candidate Profile
  • Possess a strong educational background with a first degree in the disciplines of Social sciences/ Management/ Marketing/ Business Administration.
  • Part qualification in CIMA/CIM would be preferred.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, Sinhala/Tamil will be mandatory.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel, PowerPoint, Word
  • Experience in graphic design, digital photography, and video editing would be an added advantage.
  • Comfortable with multitasking in a deadline-driven environment, demonstrating excellent time management skills.
  • Friendly and outgoing personality, with strong interpersonal and social abilities.

Desired Skills and Competencies
  • Strong Communication & interpersonal skills.
  • Willingness to work long hours and travel outside Colombo on official requirements.
  • Ability to work in a challenging working environment.

An attractive salary will be offered which will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

The National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka
450, D R Wijewardene Mw, 
Colombo 10, Sri Lanka.

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