Vacancy title:
MEETINGS & EVENTS MANAGER

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Architecture, and Construction, Category: Management]

Jobs at:
Hemingways Holdings Limited

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, October 20 2025

Duty Station:
Kenya | Nairobi | Kenya

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, October 8 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Property: Hemingway's Nairobi
Reporting to: General Manager

JOB SUMMARY:
Hemingway's Nairobi is a proud member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, Virtuoso, and American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts, placing us among the most trusted names in global luxury travel.

We are a luxury five-star boutique hotel in Nairobi, and we pride ourselves in providing exceptional guest experiences and service that ensures the utmost comfort and luxury. Our service is personal and sincere, offering a luxury experience from the moment you decide to visit us.

We are looking to fill the exciting position of Meetings & Events Manager.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Event Planning and Coordination: Oversee all aspects of event planning, from initial inquiries to execution.
• Vendor Management: Collaborate with external vendors, including caterers, decorators, and audiovisual teams, to ensure seamless event execution.
• Revenue Growth and Budget Management: Develop and manage event budgets, track expenses and revenues to ensure events are cost-effective, profitable and in line with budget.
• Account Management & Sales: Build strong relationships with corporate, leisure, and social clients for organic growth.
• Guest Relations: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and guests, addressing inquiries, managing RSVPs, and ensuring a positive experience throughout the event.
• Team Leadership: Lead, train and mentor banquet and event staff for sustained high performance levels.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• Minimum 10 years’ work experience in events management in premium outlets.
• Demonstrable technical expertise in events management, and experience in delivering outstanding results.
• Excellent guest experience and problem-solving skills.
• Articulate verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrable experience in self-organization and skills in people leadership.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION:

• Diploma or Degree level qualification in hospitality; specialization in Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Events is preferred.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 120

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

CV’s to be sent to recruitment@hemingways.co by 20th October 2025
Join Hemingway's: where Quality, Excellence, Trust, and Care shape every guest experience.

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