Global Events Manager

Kayali · Dubai

Hybrid: DubaiFull TimeMarketing & Advertising
Posted Yesterday

Job description

Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute KAYALI’s global experiential strategy across product launches, retail moments, press previews, and influencer trips
  • Develop global event frameworks, operational playbooks, and standardized tools to ensure brand consistency across all markets
  • Create immersive and culturally relevant event concepts that bring the brand's Middle Eastern heritage and fragrance stories to life
  • Manage end-to-end event logistics, including detailed project plans, production schedules, run of shows, and staffing
  • Oversee large-scale event budgets, contract negotiations, and vendor/agency relationships
  • Partner with Communications, Influencer, and Social teams to ensure all activations are integrated and drive social conversation
  • Support founder-facing events and appearances for Mona Kattan, including high-profile media engagements and speaking opportunities
  • Track and analyze event performance using KPIs such as social coverage, EMV, and ROI to inform future strategies

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in global events, experiential marketing, or brand activations
  • Proven background in the luxury, beauty, fashion, or lifestyle industries
  • Extensive experience managing high-profile global events, influencer trips, and press activations
  • Strong budget management skills and experience handling large-scale event finances
  • Exceptional project management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities
  • Experience working closely with senior leadership, founders, or high-profile talent
  • Flexibility to travel internationally and work evenings or weekends as required

Benefits

  • Premium Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Find Your Magic Days and Volunteer Days
  • Professional Development Days and Birthday leave
  • Employee discounts on KAYALI products and regular product gifting
  • Egg Freezing Benefits

About the Company

Founded in 2018 by beauty mogul Mona Kattan, KAYALI provides a modern fragrance experience inspired by rich Middle Eastern heritage. The brand focuses on the art of scent layering, using the finest ingredients to create unique, cruelty-free, and luxurious fragrances that help individuals express their unique moods.

Skills & tools

Project Management

What the team is looking for

Use this list as a quick fit check before you apply.

  1. 015+ years global events experience
  2. 02Experiential marketing expertise
  3. 03Luxury or beauty industry background
  4. 04Budget management
  5. 05Stakeholder management
  6. 06International travel flexibility