We're hiring: Events & Activations Coordinator | Dubai (DMCC)

Dubai's pet owners are some of the most devoted anywhere, and we want to meet them where they are: at the park, at the pop-up, or at the launch they won't stop talking about.

Pet Watch is the UAE's #1 marketplace for connecting pet owners with certified pet sitters. We're building more than just an app; we're nurturing a thriving community where pet owners and pet sitters connect through trust, transparency, and shared love for animals. We're growing our presence across Dubai and looking for an Events & Activations Coordinator to lead it on the ground.

About the Role

We are looking for a dynamic, detail-oriented, and creative Events & Activation Coordinator to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for end-to-end event planning, driving high-impact brand activation campaigns, and delivering memorable brand experiences.

If you are a proactive problem solver with a passion for experiential marketing, vendor management, and seamless operational execution, we'd love to hear from you!

What you'll do

Event Planning & Management

Plan and execute events from concept to completion
Develop event timelines, budgets and project plans
Source and manage vendors, venues and suppliers
Coordinate logistics, including AV, transport, setup and branding
Manage registration and attendee communications

Brand Activations & Customer Engagement

Develop and deliver pop-ups, launches and experiential campaigns
Create concepts that fit our brand and audience
Represent Pet Watch at every event, engaging pet owners directly
Explain the platform and convert interest into sign-ups and bookings

Stakeholder Management

Work with our marketing, sales, creative and sitter teams to align event goals
Manage relationships with sponsors, partners and external stakeholders
Handle permits, contracts and agreements

Operations & Logistics

Oversee event setup, execution and breakdown
Supervise on-site staff and volunteers
Solve problems on the spot and manage issues as they arise
Ensure compliance with safety and venue requirements

Marketing & Reporting

Support promotional planning and event materials
Coordinate with our social media team on event coverage
Track attendance, leads and ROI
Deliver post-event reports with recommendations on how we can continuously improve

Administration

Maintain event records and documentation
Process invoices and track budgets
Negotiate with vendors and coordinate travel when needed

What you'll bring

2–4 years in events, activations or experiential marketing, ideally in the UAE
Working knowledge of Dubai event permits and venue requirements
Confidence engaging the public and pitching a product naturally
Strong organisation and budget discipline
A hands-on approach: comfortable with early setups, full days on-site, and weekend events when the calendar requires
Experience in the pet, lifestyle or consumer app space is a plus
Bonus: a genuine love of animals (our team is pet-obsessed, and you will be too)

Why Pet Watch

You'll build our events function, not just maintain it
You'll see your work land directly in bookings and community growth
You'll join a small team where your ideas get heard and actioned quickly
Hybrid working after probation