We're working with a leading events organisation in the region that is looking to appoint an experienced Conference Director to lead the development and delivery of high-level industry conference programmes.
This role will focus on agenda development, speaker acquisition and stakeholder engagement, ensuring conferences deliver both strong industry impact and commercial success.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead conference programme research and agenda development
- Source and secure high-profile industry speakers
- Build relationships with senior stakeholders, partners and industry leaders
- Work closely with sales, marketing and operations teams to deliver successful events
- Manage advisory committees and support the call for papers process
- Monitor industry trends to identify new conference opportunities
Requirements
- 5+ years experience producing conferences or large-scale events
- Strong industry networking and stakeholder management skills
- Experience working cross-functionally with sales and marketing teams
- Commercially aware with the ability to develop high-value conference content
Location: Dubai
