Job Description

Overview

About the Role & Team

Join IDC as an Event Project Specialist and play a pivotal role in delivering high-impact technology events across the Middle East, Africa (MEA) and Asia Pacific region. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, detail-oriented professional to bring ideas to life, manage end-to-end event execution, and create exceptional experiences for senior technology leaders, industry experts, and global technology partners. Working at the intersection of project management, marketing, budgeting and supplier management, you will collaborate with diverse teams across markets, take ownership of event logistics and deliverables, and contribute directly to the success, growth, and revenue objectives of IDC’s events portfolio. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving challenges, and love seeing your work make a tangible impact, this role offers the perfect platform to grow your career in a dynamic, international business environment.

The Event Project Specialist is a key member of the IDC Events team, helping plan and deliver the IDC event portfolio from the first brief through post-event wrap-up. Working closely with the Hiring Manager, Marketing, Research, Sales, and external vendors, this role keeps event projects on schedule, on budget, and aligned with IDC’s brand standards. It is an exciting opportunity for an organized, detail-minded professional to own the details behind high-visibility events, build relationships with analysts, speakers, sponsors, and clients, and directly shape the experience of IDC’s audience. The position offers hands-on exposure to the full event lifecycle in a collaborative, fast-moving environment, with a hybrid work model.

What You’ll Do

• Plan and coordinate end-to-end logistics for IDC events (in-person, virtual, and hybrid), from concept and scoping through post-event wrap-up.
• Manage event project plans, timelines, and budgets, tracking progress and flagging risks to your Manager early.
• Source, negotiate with, and manage venues, vendors, and suppliers, ensuring contracts and deliverables are met.
• Coordinate with Marketing, Sales, and internal teams to align event content, agendas, speakers, and promotion.
• Manage agenda, website updates and on-site experience, including speaker and analyst support, branding, giveaways and activations.
• Maintain event data and reporting, prepare post-event reports and de-brief calls.
• Ensure all events follow IDC brand, quality, and compliance standards, and capture lessons learned to improve future events.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Hospitality or Event Management, or a related field. Event or project management certification is a plus.
• Proven experience working in MEA market, supplier negotiation and client/sponsors management skills
• 3-6 years of relevant experience with B2B is essential, ideally in Technology Conferences
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and familiarity with event registration, website content management, and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools. Strong budgeting, vendor negotiation, and project planning skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong written and verbal communication skills, adaptability, problem-solving ability, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines and collaborate across regions and time zones.
• Travel: up to 20–25% for on-site event delivery, depending on the event calendar.
• Work model: Hybrid.

Why This Role Stands Out At IDC, your work helps shape how the world understands technology and where it goes next. You collaborate with curious, high-caliber colleagues who value rigor, integrity, and shared success. As the premier global provider of trusted technology intelligence, IDC equips business and technology leaders with the evidence they need to make confident decisions. Our insights inform strategy, investment, and innovation across industries and regions.

Recognized by IIAR as Analyst Firm of the Year for five consecutive years, IDC sets the standard for credibility and impact. With more than 1,000 analysts worldwide and a truly global perspective, we combine deep expertise with practical relevance. Here, your ideas matter, your voice is heard, and your contributions provide the insights leaders rely on every day. It is meaningful work, backed by a culture that supports growth, collaboration, and long-term career development with a globally respected brand.

What We Offer

• Individualized Culture: An environment where you can explore new areas outside your specialty and stay engaged with work you enjoy.
• Hybrid Working: Hybrid working with 2-3 days in office per week / remote possibility may be considered.
• Time-off and holidays: On top of your statutory holiday allowance and public holidays, IDC grants annually reviewed company-wide closures on 19 August (Unplug Day) and 24 December – 3 January inclusive (Global Shutdown) and a volunteering day.
• A position in a highly professional and globally respected market research and advisory firm, where initiative leading to results is rewarded.

Equal Opportunity Employer

IDC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. Employment eligibility verification required. We participate in E-Verify.

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