Conference & Events Coordinator

Conference & Events Coordinator Mandarin Oriental, Doha is looking for a Conference & Events Coordinator to join our Commercial Strategy team. Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional. Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences. Mandarin Oriental, Doha is an intimate and stylish urban retreat, blending Qatari-influenced heritage with modern design. Located in the heart of Msheireb Downtown Doha, within walking distance to Souq Waqif, Museum of Islamic Art and a short distance to the business district, West Bay. About the job Based at Mandarin Oriental, Doha within the Commercial Strategy Department in Doha, the Conference & Events Coordinator is responsible for ensuring a seamless turnover from Sales to Operations, and from Operations back to Sales, maintaining successful planning and execution of conferences, events, outside catering, and group bookings within MODOH. This role plays a critical part in supporting the pro-active sales team by taking over all confirmed events post-contract signature. While not responsible for generating leads, the Executive maintains direct communication with the client during the planning and execution phase, including internal coordination and post-event feedback. The Conference & Events Coordinator reports to the Director of Conference & Events. As Conference & Events Coordinator, you will be responsible for the following duties: • Assist the Team in all upcoming tasks within Commercial Strategy but also beyond. • To ensure that Mandarin Oriental, Doha’s grooming and appearance standards are implemented and maintained to reflect an image of professionalism and care. • Adhere to the established conference and events sales administration, client history and tracing system within the department. • Provide customers with prompt service to fulfil their need within our operational capabilities. • Responsible for an organized filing system. • Generate reports when requested and within the specified time. As Conference & Events Coordinator, we expect from you: • Motivated and confident • Professional and humble • Senior school qualifications • Degree or Higher National Diploma equivalent in Hospitality/Hotel/Business Management • Previous experience in the GCC an advantage. • Must be excellent in using computer and well versed in all computer applications Our commitment to you • Learning & Development. Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow, continuously. • MOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off. As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones. • Heath & Colleague Wellness. Finding the right work-life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues, globally. • Retirement Plans. When you show commitment to us, we reciprocate. We offer different retirement plans depending on the length of your service and your role. • A competitive salary and benefits packages • Transportation and Housing provided • Relocation and Vacation Tickets We’re Fans. Are you?