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About the Role

Tahaluf, a leading organizer of B2B live and on-demand events in Saudi Arabia, is seeking a Conference Support Administrator for a 5-month freelance/contractor position. As a joint venture involving Informa PLC, the Saudi Federation for Cybersecurity, Programming and Drones (SAFCSP), and the Events Investment Fund (EIF), Tahaluf is responsible for organizing major events such as LEAP, Cityscape, Black Hat MEA, and CPHI Middle East. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to large-scale projects within a collaborative team environment, supporting the success of prominent global events.

Role Overview

This position requires an administrator with a strong focus on detail and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, specifically in managing v-lookups, pivot tables, and financial reporting. The Conference Support Administrator will play a key role in supporting the Content and Sales teams by maintaining budget trackers, processing speaker and supplier payments, and ensuring accurate record-keeping for event-related expenditures.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage v-lookups, pivot tables, and financial reporting requirements using advanced Excel skills.
• Maintain the budget tracker on the ERP system for the Content and Sales teams.
• Process conference speaker-related payments, including honorariums, speaker fees, and reimbursements.
• Handle supplier payments for event-related activities across the Content, VIP, Investor Program, and Sales teams.
• Manage event expenses from logistics suppliers/vendors and process invoice payments as required.
• Update budget and invoice trackers, along with contingent worker records.
• Maintain accurate records and databases pertaining to speaker and content/logistics vendor payments.
• Create and maintain an accreditation guide according to the accreditation provider's specifications, if applicable.
• Upload conference content, including the conference program, speaker details, and whitepapers, to the digital event platform.
• Provide general administrative support to the conference team as needed.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Proven experience and strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including v-lookups and pivot tables.
• Experience with financial reporting.
• Experience maintaining budget trackers on an ERP system.
• Experience processing supplier payments.
• Experience processing invoice payments.
• Experience creating and maintaining accreditation guides.
• Experience uploading content to digital event platforms.
• Strong communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Proficiency in IT skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with CRM systems.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize workload effectively.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.

Work Context

This is a 5-month, full-time, fixed-term freelance/contractor role. The position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, but the role can be performed remotely. Relocation or sponsorship support is not provided for this position. Tahaluf is committed to diversity and inclusion, and hiring decisions are based on relevant qualifications and merit. The company provides a disability-friendly environment; please inform them if support or adjustments are required during the interview or selection process.